Reimagine School With Illinois Work!

 

Interested in a career in Construction and the Building Trades? Illinois Works’ FREE Pre-apprenticeship program can prepare you to successfully transition to a Department of Labor registered apprenticeship in the trades!
Fill out the form below to learn more.

 

Target Audience

All Illinois residents are welcome with an emphasis on women, people of color and veterans

Eligibility Requirements

  • Minimum Age of 18 Years Old

  • Possess a High School Diploma/GED

  • Illinois Resident

Program Offers

  • Classroom Instruction

  • Wrap-Around Services

  • Student Support Services

  • Stipends

  • Industry Recognized Certifications (NCCER/NABTU, OSHA, First Aid/CPR)

Please complete the following application to be considered for the Pre-Apprenticeship program at the Community Development Institute located at 7832 S. Union Ave Chicago, IL 60620. Once you have completed the application we will reach out to you with more information regarding eligibility, start dates, and class offerings.

 

CYDI offers younger students with no high school diploma or GED the opportunity to enroll in a similar Learn & Earn program. More information about his program can be found here on the Learn & Earn Page page.