Amos House Building Trades

Amos House Building Trades

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Amos House
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How to Apply
Duration: 180 Total Hours

Course Description:

This is a 11-week program that gives you classroom and hands-on experience in carpentry, maintenance and construction. The curriculum is based on the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER).

Note: Participants must complete Workforce Essentials before enrolling in Amos House Building Trades

Five sessions to choose from:

Session 1:
11/13/23 – 2/2/24

Session 2:
1/10/24 – 3/29/24

Session 3:
3/20/24 – 6/7/2024

Session 4:
5/29/24 – 8/16/24

Session 5:
9/4/24 – 11/22/24

Hours/week: 30
Total Hours: 180

You can enroll in Building Trades Training if:

  • You are willing to work
  • You have 9th grade reading and math skills (you will be tested) exceptions may be made
  • You are able to lift things, stand, bend and carry materials (up to 50 lbs)
  • You can follow verbal and written instructions
  • You are willing to take random drug tests

You will learn:

  • Construction of stairs
  • Installation of doors/windows
  • Framing/Drywalling
  • Floor systems
  • Hand/power tool safety
  • Blueprint reading
  • Basic plumbing and electrical

You will earn:

Industry certifications including-

  • OSHA 10 or OSHA 30
  • 8-hour Lead Renovator/Remodeler

And, to make sure you are ready for work, you will learn:

  • How to be your best on the job
  • How to handle life challenges that can get in the way of work
  • How to manage your money so that you can become financially stable

As a SNAP E&T participant you will get:

  • Riptiks If you don’t have transportation, to make sure you can get to class
  • A uniform and the books you’ll need for class
  • All your certifications paid for
  • Help finding a job that’s right for you!
  • Continued support after you are employed
  • Case management
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Amos House
Amos House is a nonprofit social services agency that provides hospitality and direct services to the homeless and poor of Rhode Island.
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