Program Design & Goals

The Illinois Works Pre-Apprenticeship program is designed to increase the number of qualified construction and building trades apprentices who are women, people of color, veterans, and prepares them to enter full apprenticeship programs on their way to careers in the construction and building trades.

Eligibility Requirements

To enter the program applicants must be/have:

18 years old
Illinois resident
High school diploma or GED
Interest in career in the construction & building trades

Additional Criteria

The following criteria are not requirements but will help participants be more successful in the program. If applicants need assistance with any of the following, the program can offer support services.

Driver’s License
Reliable Transportation
English Proficiency

Support Services Offered

Below is just a sample of the services offered.

Additional services are available depending on participant’s needs

Childcare
Transportation Assistance
Housing Assistance
Math & Reading Tutoring
Mental Health Counseling

Stipends

Stipends are paid out based on participant performance including attending mandatory sessions and passing module assessment.

Industry Recognized Certifications /Credentials

NCCER Core Curriculum Certification
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Certification
First Aid/CPR Certification

Job Readiness & Registred Apprenticeship Assistance

The program’s goal is to help participants enter Registered Apprenticeship Programs.

Resume Writing
Mock Interviews
Apprenticeship Application Assistance
Apprenticeship Program Tours

For enrollment and more information:
Bianca Alisa Rodriguez
Director of Workforce and Community Programs
773.993.4548
workforce@rinconfamilyservices.org

What modules must you complete?

For enrollment and more information:

Bianca Alisa Rodriguez

Director of Workforce and Community Programs

773.993.4548

workforce@rinconfamilyservices.org

More info: