This program is offered at NO COST to participants and is designed to equip individuals with essential skills for the workforce. Provide through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) in partnership with Work Hawaii.
Grant-Funded Construction Skills Training - Open to Everyone!
Looking to change careers or gain new skills? The Building Industry Association of Hawaii (BIA-Hawaii) offers a grant-funded, public training program provided through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) in partnership with Work Hawaii. This program is offered at no cost to participants and is designed to equip individuals with essential skills for the workforce.
What You'll Learn:
Interpersonal Skills: Build trust and teamwork skills essential for construction work.
Industry Insights: Hear from guest speakers representing various trades, sharing the realities of the construction industry.
Hands-On Experience: Participate in a hard hat tour of an active residential subdivision development.
Technology & Project-Based Learning: Enhance your understanding through visual and interactive learning methods.
Green PACT Curriculum:
Developed with industry input, this curriculum covers key pre-apprenticeship fundamentals:
OSHA-30 Safety & Health Standards
Basic Construction Knowledge & Skills (carpentry, HVAC, plumbing, electrical)
First Aid & Adult CPR w/bloodborne pathogens
Fundamentals of Green Building
Lead RRP (Renovation, Repair, and Painting)
15-Hour OSHA Disaster Training
6-Week Training Schedule:
Week 1: Orientation, CPR/First Aid/AED Training, Basic Math Principles
Week 2: OSHA-30, Basic Math Principles
Week 3: Basic Math Principles, Print & Facilities
Week 4: Print, Facilities, Green Building Fundamentals
Week 5: Review, Facilities, Job Readiness, Site Tour
Week 6: Facilities, Job Readiness, Green Building Fundamentals
Career Pathways:
This training prepares participants for entry-level positions such as carpenter, electrician, equipment operator, and plumber. It also lays the foundation for advanced career paths, including architect, engineer, and construction site supervisor.
Certifications Awarded:
DOL Nationally Recognized Credential
Home Builder Institute (HBI) Pre-Apprenticeship Construction Training (PACT)
Fundamentals of Green Building from BIA’s Construction Training Center of the Pacific
OSHA-30 Construction Safety and Health Certification
Adult First Aid/CPR/AED Certification from the American Red Cross
15-Hour OSHA Disaster Certification
Lead RRP Certification
Take advantage of this grant-funded, public training offered at no cost to participants and open the door to a rewarding career in construction. For more information, contact us today!