What are the Goals of MC3 Programs?

  • Increase the number of candidates for registered union apprenticeships across all trades; to increase the diversity of apprenticeship candidates by recruiting women, communities of color and veterans.
  • Increase the retention rate among apprentices by providing them with a deeper understanding of both the industry and the role of trade unions in construction
Overview of LA/OC Apprenticeship Readiness Programs (ARPs)

Delivery of the MC3 curriculum, with topics including: Construction Industry Orientation, Tools and Materials, Construction Health and Safety, Blueprint Reading, Math for Construction, Heritage of the American Worker, Diversity in the Construction Industry, Green Construction, Financial Responsibility

Hands-on training

Physical readiness

10-hour OSHA Certification

CPR and First Aid Certifications

Instruction by subject matter experts and industry partners

Networking opportunities with Trade Union Business Managers and Apprenticeship Coordinators

Field Trips to apprenticeship training centers and selected construction sites

Minimum Qualifications for MC3 Programs

Minimum Qualifications for MC3 Programs

To be successful in an MC3 program and beyond, program participants need to have: