Construction Career Academy prepares candidates for union apprenticeships with the skills and knowledge necessary to pass a trade union entrance exam.
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Start a New Career in 10 Weeks
Our pre-apprenticeship classes meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays for two hours and Saturdays for four hours.
Prepare for Success
Over a 2-month period students will learn what it takes to pass the written and oral exams for entry into a Union.
Learn From Experts
Learn from industry leaders with decades of experience in training and preparing students to become successful apprentices.
Grow Your Skillset
You will learn not only how to get an apprenticeship, but also how to keep it and climb the ladder in your new career.
Where:
When:
April 29 – July 1:
SoCalGas
August 2 – October 18:
Local 12 Operating Engineers
November 1 – December 20:
Local 105 Sheet Metal Works & Local 250 Steamfitters | Pipefitters
“This is a great time to start a career in construction. With billions of dollars being invested in Los Angeles, this program offers a unique opportunity to build a career, in construction of skyscrapers, stadiums and public works projects that are the future of LA County – with great earning potential and union benefits – if you’re willing to put in the work.”
~Amare El Jamii, Co-Founder & Instructor
Construction Career Academy
What You Will Learn
Written Exam Prep
We will cover construction math concepts that you will use every day on the job through entry level algebra and geometry to spatial analysis and mechanical principals.
Oral Exam Prep
We will prepare students for the traditional panel style interviews conducted by the majority of Building Trades. This will be done in the classroom, one-on-one and we’ll do mock interviews.
Soft Skills
Students will learn the necessary soft skills and worksite safety protocols needed to successfully navigate and excel through the various union apprenticeship programs.
Your Instructors
James T. Mitchell
James T Mitchell has thirty years of experience in the industrial training management field. This includes personnel screening and selection, union construction entrance exam preparation, labor market research and analysis, vocational counseling and industrial training program development for all 26 construction trades. He also has experience in teaching mathematics, student counseling and clinical psychology. The industries Mr. Mitchell has served include: construction (both industrial and residential), heavy manufacturing, oil refining, shipyards, transportation and military. His formal education includes a Bachelor of Arts in psychology and sociology as well as a Master of Science in psychology from Tennessee State University.
Amare El Jamii
After working 10 years in the manufacturing and distribution industries, Amare El Jamii enrolled in community college, intent on pursuing a more fulfilling career. He earned Associate degrees in both Mathematics and Computer Information Systems as well as Bachelor degrees in Statistics and Applied Mathematics from Norco College and UCLA respectfully. Since graduation Mr. El Jamii has continued his work in education, specifically with students from under-represented and under-resourced communities. His work experience includes working with nonprofits, secondary educational institutions, Community Colleges, the Cal States and the Univ. of CA. He is co-founder of both Cultivating Hope, LLC, and the J.T. Mitchell Pre-Apprencticeship Academy.
Trades Covered
Electrician
Glazier
Plumber
Roofer & Water Proofer
Sprinkler Fitter
Steamfitter & Industrial Pipefitter