Instructor-led learningGrand Rapids Community College has a long history of providing the highest quality construction education programs in West Michigan. Our instructor, John Doane, is a licensed residential builder, is NCCER Certified and has a master’s degree in career and technical education.

You will learn:• Basic safety.

• Construction math.

• Hand and power tools.

• Blueprint reading.

• Floor systems.

• Roof, wall and ceiling framing.

• Roofing applications.

• Stairs and drywall.

• Basic electricity and electrical safety.

• Residential wiring.

• Cabinet and counter top making.

Upon completion of this course, you will have earned:• National Center for Construction Education and

Research (NCCER) Core Curriculum certification.

Employment outlookAccording to the Michigan Bureau of Labor Market Information and Strategic Initiatives, there will be 22.9 percent job growth from 2012 to 2022. Average wage per hour is $16.31.

Introduction to ConstructionThis construction certificate program offers hands-on training to prepare you for a career as an apprentice carpenter, assembler, installer, painter or framer.

Job placement assistanceGRCC has the best reputation among employers for supplying work ready individuals. Job Developers are ready to help you with the job search process.

Area employers who have hired GRCC graduates:• Bouma Construction

• Fettig Group

• Home Depot

• Kerkstra Precast Concrete

• Nugent Builders

• Multi-Serve

• Zeeland Truss

This 18-week program meets 34 hours per week and features:• Small class sizes.

• Hands-on training.

• One-on-one support services.

• Job placement assistance.

Program meets: Monday – Thursday 7:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Friday7:30 – 11:30 a.m.

GRCC Leslie E. Tassell M-TEC622 Godfrey Ave.Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Sign up today, call (616) 234-3800.grcc.edu/jobtraining

grcc.edu/jobtraining (616) 234-3800

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