Pre-Apprenticeship Training Programs

ANEW offers high-quality, pre-apprenticeship training programs that help individuals obtain careers in construction trades. We partner with many registered apprenticeship programs in the Seattle area and expose students directly to their training facilities. These training partners explain their industry, teach technical and math-related lessons, and emphasize the importance of fitness.

As a graduate of ANEW, you will receive direct or preferred entry into a construction apprenticeship program. You will also receive placement assistance and retention services for two years.

To begin the application process, first watch the virtual information session, and then follow the instructions listed in the video.

Attend the Virtual Info Session Here

2024 Pre-Apprenticeship Program Schedule

ANEW Programs Fact Sheet

Pre-Apprenticeship Training Programs

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Pre-Apprenticeship Construction Education (PACE)

PACE is a co-ed program for all genders (gender non-conforming encouraged to apply) which is 3 days a week for 12 weeks.

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Trades Rotation Program (TRP)

TRP is a program for women and those who identify as. This program is held for 4 days a week for 9 weeks.

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Construction Boot Camp (CBC)

CBC is a 4-week, 160-hour, traveling program held in different locations across Washington State.

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Trades Education & Pre-Apprenticeship (TEPA)

TEPA is a program held at Green Hill School and is our juvenile rehabilitation program. It is 5 days a week for 8 weeks.

TRP & PACE Programs

TRP and PACE are high-quality pre-apprenticeship training programs at our Training Facility in Tukwila, WA. They help individuals obtain family wage careers in construction trades. These programs help adults gain the knowledge, physical fitness, and technical trades skills needed to be competitive to successfully apply and be accepted into an apprenticeship.

TRP is 4 days a week for 9 weeks. It runs Mon – Thurs from 6:30am – 3pm.

PACE is 3 days a week for 12 weeks. It runs Wed – Fri from 6:30am – 3pm.

Students will earn the following certifications:

- OSHA 10
- Flagging
- Forklift
- RISE Up

During the 12 weeks, students will:

- Learn all apprenticeship trades to gain knowledge about the scope of work, wages, and benefits
- Visit working job sites to interact with professionals
- Learn trades/applied math
- Focus on physical fitness and nutrition
- Have professional development opportunities including mock interviews, peer and professional mentoring, and resume building
- Have access to our support services*

*Dependent on income eligibility

Eligibility Requirements

- 18 years of age or older
- GED or High School Diploma (or ability to obtain by end of program)
- Valid WA State Driver’s License (or ability to reinstate license by end of program)
- Reliable Transportation
- Stable Living Arrangements
- Ability to pass a drug test

CBC Program

This is our all-inclusive training program that serves communities outside the Seattle area. CBC travels within the state of Washington providing 4-weeks of 40 hour/week training. At the completion of this program, students who achieve high grades in professional practices, trades education, physical competencies, and math will receive a graduation certificate. Local employers are invited to speak to the class during training and students can network and interview for local job opportunities. Local apprenticeship coordinators will also be invited to participate in CBC’s pre-apprenticeship program.

Graduates of this program will earn the following certifications:

- OSHA 10
- Flagging
- Forklift

Enrollment requirements vary depending on area and participating agencies. Please attend a CBC information session for more information.

TEPA Program

TEPA is an 8-week training program held at the Green Hill Academy in Chehalis, WA and is our juvenile rehabilitation program. Students in the program receive high school or college credit, depending on their academic need.

Hands on training in the trades, as well as soft skills training to improve professionalism, increases the student’s knowledge, experience, and marketability. Students receive support and guidance throughout all phases and transitions of the TEPA program.

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