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Impact Report 2023
Delivers Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) services within America’s Job Center of California, preparing young adults ages 14-24 for college, the military, and/or the workforce.
Upcoming Cohorts
Fresno
July 1, 2024 – September 20, 2024
Location: 1371 Stanislaus, Fresno CA, 93706
Kerman
August 5, 2024 – october 25, 2024
Location: Kerckhoff Park: 15061 W. G Street, Kerman CA 93630
construction pre-apprenticeship program
Provides a 12-week pre-apprenticeship training to prepare individuals for the construction industry.
Manufacturing maintenance Mechanic Program
The Manufacturing Mechanic Program Completers can potentially earn $15 to $22.60 per hour.
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Valley Apprenticeship Connections (VAC) Construction pre-apprenticeship program
Get ready for your career with our 12-week program!
Fresno EOC Valley Apprenticeship Connections program is here to support the hiring needs of our Central Valley’s construction contractors. Our students are immersed in an intense 12-week training program to prepare them for the workforce.
Our 12-Week training program includes:
- Monday-Friday schedule 7 am to 3 pm
- Personal journey of self evaluation
- Behavioral Change Curriculum
- Soft skill attainment
- Conflict resolution
- Daily physical education
- Construction Math
- Meet and greet introductions to all the Union Trades & Associated Builders and Contractors Inc.
- Random drug testing will occur twice during the training
Graduates will meet the City of Fresno’s National Targeted Hiring Policy and Tier I or Tier II requirements for contractors working with the High Speed Rail. Graduates may qualify to have financial assistance to pay for their initial induction fees.
This program is funded by State Center Community College District through a grant from The James Irvine Foundation.
Graduates Earn 9 Certifications
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First Aid and CPR Certifications |
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OSHA 10 Certification |
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Confined Space Certification |
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Work Zone Safety/Traffic Control Certification |
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Flagging Certification |
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Hazardous Waste Initial Course Certification |
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Grade Checking Certification |
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Blueprint Reading Certification |
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Valley Apprenticeship Connections
Employers: Are you looking for workers for your construction project?
Fresno EOC Valley Apprenticeship Connections program is here to support the hiring needs of our Central Valley’s construction contractors. Our students are immersed in an intense 12-week training program to prepare them for the construction industry.
Our students are trained in conflict resolution and other soft skills. They are required to meet a daily schedule and are randomly drug tested twice during the training.
Our graduates are ready to start on your job site with these certifications:
- First Aid and CPR
- OSHA 10
- Confined Space
- Work Zone Safety/Traffic Control
- Hazardous Waste Initial Course
- Flagging
- Blueprint Reading
- Grade Checking
Graduates will meet the City of Fresno’s National Targeted Hiring Policy and Tier I or Tier II requirements for contractors working with the High Speed Rail. Graduates may qualify to have financial assistance to pay for their initial induction fees.
Wage reimbursements are available through partnerships with our local Economic Development Corporation and Department of Social Services.
Call our Business Services Account Specialist now, so we can provide you with a qualified apprentice:
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Ready for a career in construction or manufacturing maintenance? Or are you seeking workers for your construction project? Reach out to us today!
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, VAC services will remain virtual until further notice. Call us at 559-263-8301
Or fill out this form and we will contact you to answer any questions you have about our NO-COST, 12-week training program.
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frequently asked questions
What is Valley Apprenticeship Connections?
Valley Apprenticeship Connections (VAC) is a program of Fresno EOC that helps individuals 18 and over enter the construction industry with a 12-week pre-apprenticeship program.
Do students get paid while they are in the 12-week program?
Students do not get paid while they are in the 12-week program.
Do graduates of the program actually find employment?
Over 90% of graduates of the 12-week program find employment in the construction industry. Many of them start with an hourly wage of over $18.
Do you offer services in Spanish?
Unfortunately we currently only offer classes in English.
Is daycare provided during the classes?
We are not able to provide daycare during classes at this time.
How do I apply?
Call us today to see when the next classes start: (559) 263-1110.
How do I hire VAC graduates?
Call our Business Services Account Specialist and we can provide you with a qualified apprentices ready to work: (559) 263-1110.