The apprenticeship programs at NW College of Construction combine paid on-the-job training with classroom instruction. The first thing that the college does for applicants to the apprenticeship program is place them in a job with a construction contractor (Training Agent). Yes, the college finds a construction job for you.
Once hired by a Training Agent, your status changes from Applicant to Registered Apprentice, making you eligible to enroll as a student at the college and pursue the formal education associated with the construction craft of your choice.
FREE EDUCATION
And the education is FREE;
The construction industry pays for your tuition and books (exceptions apply in the HVAC and Sheet Metal programs). Apprentices receive a paycheck, hands-on career training in the craft of their choice, a free education, and upon completion, apprentices receive nationally recognized industry certification as a master craftsperson (Journey Worker).
NW College of Construction provides its students with a practical foundation from which to launch their career or even start their own construction business.
CARPENTRY APPRENTICESHIP
CONCRETE FINISHING APPRENTICESHIP
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
Provide proof of at least 18 years of age
Submit documentation for points for ranking placement
Points are awarded for: valid drivers license, military, education, certifications, work experience documented on company letterhead and completion of BOLI approved pre-apprenticeship.
View entire point system
Attend 1/2 day of orientation and 2 days of jumpstart (unpaid training).
Provide your ID information before the end of the month you intend to apply
LEADERSHIP COURSES
BECOME A DISTINGUISHED LEADER IN CONSTRUCTION
Northwest College of Construction provides all the training you need to take your career to the next level!
The need for qualified managers is on the rise and NWCOC’s courses are designed to provide companies the tools to develop the next generation. From Fundamentals of Crew Leadership, to Supervisory Training Program (STP), to Project Management, these programs provide an answer to the management shortage crisis impacting companies today.
These programs are all designed for the working manager who has grown into his/her leadership responsibility and now needs to master the knowledge and skills this role demands.
MISSION
To promote life-long learning by delivering craft, technical, supervisory, management education and career placement services to the construction industry.
VALUES
PERFORMANCE – We believe in setting standards that encourages everyone to perform at their best thus allowing them to excel in a competitive marketplace.
TEAMWORK – We believe that working together fosters productivity and allows students to have input in their career paths. We encourage collaboration to create new ideas and better services.
QUALITY – We are committed to continually improving our programs, services, and our organization as a whole.
PARTNERSHIP – We realize the benefits of joining forces within the industry and in the business community to accomplish shared goals.
INNOVATION – We believe in being an innovator of life-long learning processes.
VISION
The Northwest College of Construction envisions a learning resource where:
Employers gain the skilled workers needed to compete in the construction marketplace.
Employer associations, sponsors and partners reflect the full range of the industry.
Partnering organizations can maintain their individual identities.
We reach out to economically and socially disadvantaged youth to encourage them to be knowledgeable of career advancement opportunities in the construction industry.
We work with government and private agencies or foundations to help mentor disadvantaged individuals.
We explore opportunities to partner with public school districts in order to leverage resources for the delivery of professional-technical education.
We serve as the best resource for matching employers’ needs with workers’ career aspirations.