WOMEN IN SKILLED TRADES
Spring 2025 Cohorts in Lansing, Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Flint
Applications are now being accepted for the Lansing, Detroit, Flint, and Grand Rapids Spring 2025 cohorts.
Please click the APPLY button below and follow the directions below.
Clicking the "APPLY NOW" button will link you to the WDI MyOneFlow page.
Then click the "Start Here" button and create your personal account.
You will get an email to activate your account which will take you to your dashboard.
Complete the "Interest Form" and then the "Apprenticeship Readiness Program Application" form. Close when completed. Now you must sign up for a Virtual Information Event. The requested documents can be uploaded after the information event if you wish to continue with your application.
APPRENTICESHIP READINESS PROGRAM
Do YOU want to work in a fulfilling career where you can earn a living wage and learn new skills?
WIST Apprenticeship Readiness Program (ARP) has been developed specifically to help women succeed in the construction skilled trades. Our 16-week program will kick-start your career in construction by introducing you to the fundamentals & basic skills of our industry, through a combination of classroom and hands-on activities.
Graduates of a WIST ARP are guaranteed an interview with one of our sponsoring Building Trades Unions, to join their Apprenticeship Program, where they can continue their on-the-job training while getting paid.
WE WANT YOU TO SUCCEED
PREPARING FOR SUCCESS
We will help prepare the WIST ARP participants to make a successful transition into a Registered Apprenticeship Program with one of our partnered Building Trades Unions, by incorporating the following elements into your ARP:
> Following nationally recognized NABTU Multi-Craft Core Curriculum (MC3)
> Hands-on activities in multiple disciplines
> OSHA 30-hour Certification
> First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
> Sexual harassment awareness training
> Physical strength training by a Certified Trainer
> Mentorship program connecting participants with other women in the construction trades
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