Essex County

Building Trades Specialist Program

Provided by New Community Career & Technical Insitute

The Building Trades Specialist program consists of four modules in basic carpentry, basic electricity, basic plumbing and an internship. Students will gain knowledge in building trade techniques and equipment use as well as safety measures.

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Program Information

  • Offerings: Building Trades Specialist Training
  • Apprenticeship: No
  • Requires/Includes Externship/Internship: Yes
  • Eligible for Credential: Yes
  • Duration: 900 hours; 7 months
  • In-Person/Virtual: IP
  • Category: Workforce Training

Occupation Details - General Maintenance and Repair Workers

  • Median Salary: $46,700
  • Median Hourly Pay: $22.45
  • Number of Jobs (2023): 1,616,500
  • Job Outlook (2023-2033): 5%
  • Employment Change (2023-2033): 81,800
Source: Occupational employment data and wage estimates are sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook (OOH). Latest data available as of May 2023. For the most current information, visit bls.gov/ooh.

Provider Information - New Community Career & Technical Insitute

New Community Career and Technical Institute is an accredited post-secondary career and technical institution that provides training that prepares students to receive nationally recognized credentials in several industries.

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