Journeywoman START - June 3, 2013
(17 weeks)
The Journeywoman START program is an approved Integrated Training Program with the Province of Alberta. The program is designed to help women prepare for and succeed in construction, and oil and gas jobs. You will write the Level B Trade Entrance Exam (formerly Level 5 Trade Entrance Exam) while in the program.
Please Note:
Acceptable file formats are PDF or WORD files emailed as attachments to webform@womenbuildingfutures.com. We also accept faxed documents at 780-452-1279, or by mail or delivery at 10326 107 Street, Edmonton, AB T5J 1K2. All other formats and online links will be disqualified. Thank you for your cooperation.
To apply to the program, fill out an application form:
If you are interested in applying to be considered for funding for this program, please attach a Funding Application Form to your application:
The program includes:
- 2 weeks of Worksite Safety Certification: Standard First Aid & CPR (Level One); Scaffold Awareness; Fall Protection; CSTS & WHMIS; H2S Alive; Confined Space; Aerial Lift Certification
- 8 weeks of Hands-on Skill Training – Basic Tools, Carpentry, Electrical, Plumbing, Steamfitting/Pipefitting, Welding, Sheet Metal, Drawing and Blueprint Reading, Basic Rigging
- 2 weeks Workplace Culture Awareness©
- 4 weeks academics (trades Math, Science and English).
- 2 weeks work experience
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Job search and apprenticeship retention support is provided.
The WBF Workplace Culture Awareness© module is designed specifically to help women understand the expectations of the construction workplace and prepare women for that environment.
If you have questions or need help filling out the forms, a WBF Student Engagement Advisor can help you:
Phone: 780-452-1200 or Toll free 1-866-452-1201
Email: webform@womenbuildingfutures.com
or Register for an Information Session