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How do I apply?

The first step of the application is attending a virtual Info Session. After the Info Session, you will be given instructions on how to submit an application.

 

The application process:

• Attend a virtual Info Session

• Submit a written application

• Interview

• Background check (Please note that previous interaction with the legal system does not automatically exclude anyone from the program.)

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What are the dates of upcoming cohorts?​

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​​What will I learn?

• Hands-on Skills for Commercial and Residential Construction including...

  • Safety, construction drawings, construction math, hand and power tools, materials, building science principles, framing and finish carpentry, plumbing, electrical, drywall, tiling and demolition.

• Career Development Skills such as...

  • Resume and cover letter writing

  • Interviewing skills

  • Employee rights regarding workplace discrimination and harassment

• On-the-job Learning will allow you to apply classroom knowledge by working on repairs, renovations, and sometimes new construction.

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Which certifications will I earn?

Trainees will receive their OSHA10 Construction Safety Certification​​

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What is the time commitment?

• The required classroom portion of the program is 9 weeks long

  • Hours: Monday - Wednesday from 8:30am - 4:00pm

  • Durham cohorts take place at Durham Tech (1616 Cooper St, Durham, NC)

  • Raleigh cohorts take place at Wake Tech Beltline Education Center (3200 Bush St, Raleigh, NC)

• The optional on-the-job learning (OJL) runs for 4 weeks after the classroom portion

  • Runs Monday - Wednesday from 8:30am - 4:00pm

  • Durham cohorts meet at the Hope Workshop in Carrboro

  • Raleigh cohorts meet at Wake Tech ​​

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Where is the program located?

• Raleigh Cohorts meet at Wake Tech Community College's Beltline Education Center (3200 Bush St, Raleigh, NC) for all weeks of the program, including on-the-job learning

• Durham Cohorts meet at Durham Tech Community College's Newton Makerspace (1616 Cooper St, Durham, NC) for the first 9 weeks of the program.

  • For the last 4 weeks of the program (on-the-job learning) trainees will meet at the Hope Workshop in Carrboro

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Trainees need to provide their own transportation to the designated classroom sites. For on-the-job learning, transportation from the Hope Workshop or Wake Tech to job sites will be provided.

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Is financial support available?

Yes. A $220/week stipend is offered to trainees to help offset additional costs or lost income associated with participating in the program. It is intended for those who would not be able to participate without this support.

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Who is eligible for the program?

• Women, people with lived experience as a woman, trans* people, and gender expansive people

• Who are over the age of 18​

• Who live in Alamance, Chatham, Durham, Granville, Johnston, Orange, Person, or Wake counties in North Carolina

• Who are legally authorized to work in the US

• Who have a high school diploma or GED

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Will I be able to get a job after the program?

Our goal is that all graduates of our program are equipped for entry level jobs, apprenticeships, and/or further education  in the construction industry. Trainees are responsible for proactively working to achieve their career goals. We provide career development classes and career coaching to help you succeed in your next steps!

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I'm interested but I'm not ready to apply yet. How can I stay in touch?

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Attended an info session and still have questions? Email us at training@hoperenovations.org.​​