Construction and Manufacturing Essentials

Self-paced program information Skill Training: OSHA-10 (virtual or in person), Forklift (in-person), CPR/AED (in-person or virtual) Work Readiness: employer expectations, resume enhancement, networking, job search, interviewing MTP’s Manufacturing & Construction Essentials program will prepare you for jobs in manufacturing and construction trades. The program utilizes strong, well-established partnerships with unions, workplaces with union workers, and registered apprenticeship programs to help underserved groups of women enter and sustain employment in nontraditional occupations. Minnesota Training Partnership is preparing underserved groups for high-wage, high-demand union jobs in construction and manufacturing. Key components of the short-term, flexible program include online training modules, culturally responsive services, and strong connections to our unions and apprenticeship programs. 

Eligibility: BIPOC individuals, or low-income. Program includes: OSHA-10, CPR/AED, Shop Math/Measurement, Mental Health, Job Stressors, Worker Rights, Unions and Apprenticeship overviews, Employability Skills, Leadership Workshops, Tours/Guest Speakers, Job Connections, Support Services. Online or Virtual Information Manufacturing & Construction Essentials is designed to be flexible and accommodate the needs of busy adults. Most of the training can be completed from home via Zoom, with a few onsite training opportunities and company tours. Some components of the training are also self-paced and can be accessed online using a laptop or smartphone. The program offers both one-on-one assistance and group sessions. Our goal is to provide you with the training you need to succeed and help you secure a job in manufacturing or construction.
 

Training Location: Hybrid, with most services available online

Date: April 7, 2025

Prerequisites: Program is designed for BIPOC or lower-income income participants.

Cost: Free