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Group of male construction workers using skills you can learn for free at Santa Ana College  Learn and get certified in Construction Technology at Continuing Education, near Tustin, Anahaim, and Westminster

Apprenticeship Readiness Fund. Los Angeles/Orange Counties Building & Construction Trades Council AFL-CIO ​

Sign up for a Spring 2026 orientation!
Date & Time: Monday, February 9th, 5:00-8:00 PM​​
Location: Remington Education Center​​​

Click here to register now for a free Career Education orientation to the Construction Technology Program at Santa Ana College.

This orientation will provide an overview of the skills and responsibilities needed for this job. Discover the opportunities for growth, the importance of safety, and the impact you can make in your community. Get ready to begin a rewarding and fulfilling career in construction!
You must attend the orientation in order to be considered for the program. If accepted, the training program will be from Feb 23rd-May 10th. It will meet Monday through Thursday from 5:00-9:00 PM.​​


​Constr​uction Technology Program Overv​iew

The Vocational Construction Technology program, in collaboration with the LA/OC Building and Construction Trades Council, is an Apprenticeship Readiness program. It connects people of all backgrounds to North America’s Building Trade Union (NABTU) registered apprenticeship program. The program teaches NABTU’s nationally recognized Multi-Craft Core Curriculum (MC3). The program helps adults choose and succeed in apprenticeship programs. ​​

Program Length:
The program is 10 weeks. Classes are held Monday through Thursday from 5-9 pm.

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Construction Technology Program​ Details:
​- Learn how to safely use power tools and participate in hands-on projects
- Strengthen basic math skills (A very important skill needed for the construction profession.)
- Complete First Aid, CPR and OSHA-10 Training
- Learn about the variety of construction trades through guest speakers and organized field trips
- Learn about the history of the construction unions
- Build skills to help you find work including the basics of resume writing, interviewing, and networking

Plus, learn and connect with union, industry and labor leaders! 


Program Requirements
  • 18+ years or older
    A minimum 7th grade English & Math literacy
    ​Proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.
    Ability to pass a drug test
    ​Valid Driver's License 
    High school diploma, GED, or equivalent. (Those who don't have a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent, must also enroll in such a program while in the construction program.)​​


​Job Outlook for Careers in Construction
​Average California Hourly Wage: $19.26​
Projected Job Openings in California through 2024: 53,100


Course Requirements​
Students must complete ALL the following courses:
VBUS 340 - Career Exploration​
VCNST 610 - Vocational Construction Technology Module 1
VCNST 620 - Vocational Construction Technology Module 1

Students must pass ONE the following courses:
VBUS 400 - Employability Skills
VBUS 402 - Workforce Power Skills

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