Construction Program for English Language Learners (CPELL)
CPELL is a pre-apprenticeship program with English-language classes and construction training. Pre-apprenticeship programs are a great way to gain experience, build credentials, and prepare you with the skills to succeed in the trades.
Program Details
- 10-week program: introduction to construction trades, English-language classes, employment preparations, and job search assistance.
- The training is full-time and hands-on during the day, Monday – Friday.
- Participants develop the skills to be a strong candidate for registered apprenticeships and construction jobs.
- Scholarships and support services are available!
Who should register?
Applicants should be at least 18 years of age. In addition, applicants must:
- Have intermediate English skills (testing required).
- Have a valid driver’s license or be working towards or be able to obtain one.
- Be able to perform the tasks and duties of the program with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Be able to pass random drug testing.
CPELL is MHCC’s Apprenticeship Building America Grant program and is 100 percent funded by the U.S. Department of Labor through an award totaling $3,000,000.