Are you ready to explore a new career? Have you ever considered
the skilled trades?
There are thousands of skilled trades jobs available in the Bay Area, almost all with benefits, with entry-level
wages from $20 - $25 / hour. And with further education and experience, wages can go up to $35 - $50 / hour and higher.
The skilled trades are an interesting and challenging career, and there are Bay Area companies producing
spacecraft, autonomous cars, clean-tech technologies, food & beverages, medical products; fixing cars and aircraft; and helping to maintain our infrastructure (water, wastewater, transportation)! There are a wide range of opportunities available.
The Bay Area Community Colleges are piloting a new course that
will give you an introduction to a variety of skilled trades. This free, 5-week class meets everyday (Monday - Friday), 9am - 4pm and gives you information to
help you decide which career might be best for you, how to find a job in that career, and how you can get further education to become skilled in each trade.
CAREERS COVERED
Automotive / Diesel Mechanics
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Aviation mechanic
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CAD
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Electronics
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Engineering Technician
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Industrial maintenance
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Machining (manual & CNC)
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Quality control
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Warehouse Logistics
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Process Technology - Water / Wastewater Operator
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Welding (manufacturing)
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GOALS
By the end of this 5-week course, our goal is to:
1) Help you decide what skilled trade is a good match for you
2) Give you some basic skillsets (print reading, measuring, math, safety) and vocabulary
to help you get started
3) Cover the educational opportunities in the community colleges that can help you move
into more advanced skilled trades careers (machining, welding, quality control, electronics tech, CAD, etc.)
WHO IS THIS FOR?
This course is targeted towards those seeking
a new career and want to explore the skilled trades. Available to those 18 or older, and those graduating from high school.
COST
No money, just your time.
DATES
- May 31 - July 1, 2022 (5 weeks, 5 days per week, 25 classes total)
- Mondays through Friday, 9am - 4pm
LOCATION
Laney College (Oakland) - right next to Lake Merritt
BART
DETAILS