Program Description
Prepare for an apprenticeship or other entry-level positions in construction and related fields.
Core: Students learn safety, construction math, blueprint reading, tool usage and other trade skills used in a wide variety of construction jobs.
Specialties: Students will be prepared to enter a carpentry, electrical or plumbing apprenticeship program depending on which specialty classes they complete.
Program Outcomes
Successful Completion:
CCBC Credential:
Students will have access to a Continuing Education academic record (transcript).
External Credential:
Core: Upon successful completion of the core classes, students will receive a Continuing Education Workforce Training Certificate and the following industry certifications: First Aid/CPR; OSHA 10 for Construction; and National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER).
Specialty: Upon successful completion of the classes, students will receive a Level 1 certificate in Carpentry, Electrical or Plumbing from the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER).
Certifying Organization:
Core: National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER); www.nccer.org
Specialty: National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER); www.nccer.org
Career Opportunities:
Core: Graduates of the Construction Pre-Apprenticeship series will be prepared to enter apprenticeship programs, or other entry-level jobs, in a variety of construction fields.
Specialty: Graduates of a specialty series will be prepared to enter an apprenticeship program or other construction jobs. Apprenticeship programs take 4 to 5 years. Apprentices work in their chosen field under the supervision of an experienced (journey-level) worker. Wages typically start at $10-$15/hour plus benefits, and wages increase as they progress through the apprenticeship program. Apprentices also take classes, which are often paid for by their employer or union. Apprentices earn credits towards an Associate of Applied Science degree at CCBC called Construction Craft Professional. They also receive a credential from the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation (DLLR) upon completion of their apprenticeship program.
Journey-level workers may earn $20-$30/hour or more, plus benefits. They may also become managers, business owners, inspectors or instructors for their construction trade.
Program Length
Core Courses:
6 weeks of intensive daytime training or 10 weeks of part-time evening/weekend training; core courses start in July and October at CCBC Randallstown.
Carpentry Specialty:
6 weeks of intensive daytime training or 10 weeks of part-time evening/weekend training
Electrical Specialty:
5 weeks of intensive daytime training or 9 weeks of part-time evening/weekend training
Plumbing Specialty:
5 weeks of intensive daytime training or 9 weeks of part-time evening/weekend training
Program Requirements
GED/High School Diploma. Minimum age of 18. Must pass a basic math test.
Application Process
Provisional Entry – Prospective students are required to attend an orientation session and pass a basic math test.
Program Course Sequence
Core Courses – Must be completed before enrolling in specialty courses:
1. Construction Safety: CON 315
- Textbook/Materials:
- Texts will be provided in class.
2. First Aid/ CPR/ AED: APP 680
- Textbook/Materials:
- Texts will be provided in class.
3. Construction Skills I: CON 316
- Textbook/Materials:
- Texts will be provided in class.
4. Construction Skills II: CON 317
- Textbook/Materials:
- Texts will be provided in class.
Program Costs for Core Courses only:
- $1399 (Tuition-$360/Fees-$1039)
Carpentry Specialty Courses:
1. Carpentry NCCER Level 1A: APP 681
- Textbook/Materials:
- Texts will be provided in class.
2. Carpentry NCCER Level 1B: APP 682
- Textbook/Materials:
- Texts will be provided in class.
Program Costs (Carpentry and Core)
- Tuition/Fees: $2998 (Tuition-$864/Fees-$2134)
Electrical Specialty Courses:
1. Electrical NCCER Level 1A: VOA 660
- Textbook/Materials:
- Texts will be provided in class.
2. Electrical NCCER Level 1B: VOA 661
- Textbook/Materials:
- Texts will be provided in class.
Program Costs (Electrical and Core)
- Tuition/Fees: $2798 (Tuition-$899/Fees-$1899)
Plumbing Specialty Courses:
1. Plumbing NCCER Level 1A: APP 683
- Textbook/Materials:
- Texts will be provided in class.
2. Plumbing NCCER Level 1B: APP 684
- Textbook/Materials:
- Texts will be provided in class.
Program Costs (Plumbing and Core)
- Tuition/Fees: $2798 (Tuition-$899/Fees-$1899)
Program Contact Information
Coordinator:
TBA
appliedtechtrain@ccbcmd.edu
443-840-2793
Randallstown, Room 190
Administrative Assistant:
Denise Bellamy
dbellamy@ccbcmd.edu
443-840-4712
Catonsville, BESS 100
Financial Aid and Payment Options
- Continuing Education Opportunity Grant
- Partial Payment Option (through Nelnet Business Solutions)
- Tuition Waiver for Senior Citizens and Individuals with Disabilities
- Employer/Sponsor Paid Tuition
- Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS)
- Local Office of Workforce Development
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