ABC-Northern Ohio Chapter
The Northern Ohio Chapter of ABC is pleased to be working with the Fostoria Learning Center, WSOS, Contractors, Ohio Means Jobs and other local organizations to meet the demand for skilled construction workers and to offer area residents the opportunity for a career in construction. ABC offers construction training programs ranging from Pre-Apprenticeship, Apprenticeship, Construction Craft, safety and construction craft through supervisory training. All classes listed below are held at the Fostoria Learning Center. For more information on ABC Training Programs, contact Scott Giesler at scottg@nocabc.com or phone: 440-717-0389.
Description: For those interested in work as or currently employed as an electrician ABC offers Department of Labor approved Electrical Apprenticeship courses. Classes are usually one evening per week from 5-9 pm. Topics covered:
- OSHA 10-hour
- Core Curriculum
- Electrical Safety
- Electrical Circuits
- Device Boxes
- Conduit Bending
- Residential Electrical Systems
- Commercial Electrical Systems
This training is brought to you in partnership with Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC) Northern Ohio Chapter.
Advance Registration required. Seating is limited.
(419) 408-5540 for more information. Or click here to Contact Us.
Description: Level 1 Carpentry covers:
- OSHA 10-hour
- Core Curriculum
- Reading Plans and Elevations
- Floor Systems
- Wall, Ceiling, and Roof Framing
- Introduction to Concrete, Reinforcing Materials, and Forms
- Windows and Exterior Doors
- Basic Stair Layout
This training is brought to you in partnership with Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC) Northern Ohio Chapter.
Advance Registration required. Seating is limited.
(419) 408-5540 for more information. Or click here to Contact Us.
Description: Level 1 HVAC covers:
- OSHA 10-hour
- Core Curriculum
- Introduction to Heating
- Introduction to Cooling
- Copper and Plastic Piping Practices
- Basic Electricity
- Air Distribution Systems
This training is brought to you in partnership with Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC) Northern Ohio Chapter.
Advance Registration required. Seating is limited.
(419) 408-5540 for more information. Or click here to Contact Us.
Great Lakes Community Action Partnership has launched their Fostoria YouthBuild program to teach young adults ages 18-24 construction skills, help them earn their GEDs and gain workforce experience.
Services
YouthBuild includes classroom instruction, hands-on construction work, life skills training and more. Participants will have the opportunity to go out into their community, help repair or rehabilitate homes, and earn paychecks while helping their city.
Eligibility Guidelines
The program is open to young adults ages 18-24 who have not completed high school or want to earn their GED.
Click Here to learn more or call: 1-800-775-9767
Starting Spring 2019, ABC will offer trade-specific accelerated training programs in both Carpentry Level 1 and Electrical Level 1.
Carpentry Level 1—Topics covered:
-- Orientation to the trade
-- Building materials, fasteners, and adhesives
-- Hand and power tools
-- Reading plans and elevation
-- Floor systems
-- Wall and ceiling framing
Electrical Level 1—Topics covered:
-- Electrical safety
-- Introduction to National Electrical Code
-- Device boxes
-- Electrical test equipment
-- Conductors and cables
-- Introduction to electrical circuits
Class Schedule: Two nights a week (days to be advised)
Class Start: Week of March 18, 2019
Cost: $1,000 ABC Members & unemployed students or $1,425 for students from non-member companies
This training is brought to you in partnership with Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC) Northern Ohio Chapter.
Advance Registration required. Seating is limited.
(419) 408-5540 for more information. Or click here to Contact Us.