UNION Finishing Trades for Women

Minnesota Training Partnership’s Union Finishing Trades for Women program prepares eligible women to enter careers in commercial painting, industrial coating, drywall finishing, glass work, and glazing. In this short-term program, you’ll gain hands-on skills needed by local employers and receive assistance to enter a Registered Apprenticeship. Training will take place at the Finishing Trades Institute of the Upper Midwest (FTIUM) in Little Canada, MN. What 

You’ll Get: 

• Free training for eligible women 
• Hands-on training in the finishing trades 
• Work readiness and job search skills 
• Connections to union employers who are hiring new Registered Apprentices 
• Personalized help and support 

Who Should Apply: 

This program is a great fit for those who: 

• Enjoy working with their hands 
• Want an active, physical job 
• Are looking to enter a union Registered Apprenticeship opportunity 
• Are interested in construction careers 

Our Comprehensive Program: 

• Assessment, enrollment, and orientation 
• 4 weeks of hard skills training onsite at FTIUM in Little Canada, MN 
• Additional sessions on career exploration, work readiness, job search skills, job retention skills, financial management, and more 
• Individualized support, guidance, and coaching to help you complete training and find career success as a woman in the trades 
• Connections to opportunities for local employment and entry into Registered Apprenticeship 
• Post-placement support 

Apply Today! Spots are limited. Reserve your seat in the next training cohort.

Training Location: 3205 Country Dr., Little Canada, MN 55117

Date: May 18th 2026

Prerequisites: Program is designed for women who are lower-income, BIPOC and/or over age 50.

Cost: Free