Introductory Training in Construction, Electricity & Clean Energy Systems
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Are you a hands-on learner?
Do you want to upskill & earn more in a new career?
Apply today and be part of MA’s transition toward clean energy and healthier communities!
LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR FREE 10-WEEK HANDS-ON WORKFORCE TRAINING PROGRAM
FALL 2026
- Enrollment: Now Open
- This program is 100% in person
- Orientation Program Dates: September 1 - 11, 2026 (2 Wks/15 Hrs)
- Training Program Dates: September 14 – November 20, 2026
- Days & Times: Mondays - Thursdays & Select Fridays, 5:30 - 8:00 p.m.
- Duration: 10 weeks hands-on training (approximately 100 hrs total)
WHERE
Offered through Holyoke Community College (HCC), this program will take place at these two locations:
Mondays - Thursdays:
Dean Technical High School
Rooms: 203; 2nd Floor
Address: 1045 Main St, Holyoke, MA 01040
Select Fridays:
Holyoke Community College Campus
Room: Kittredge Center (KC), Room #TBD
Address: 303 Homestead Avenue, Holyoke, MA 01040
WHAT
In this FREE 10-week, hands-on program, you’ll earn your OSHA 10 Construction Safety Credentials while learning the fundamentals of construction, hand and power tool use, and electrical concepts and circuitry. Learn how these skills are applied in solar photovoltaic (PV) and electrical vehicle (EV) charging systems. Gain career and life skills, explore career pathways, make connections with trade unions, diverse employers, and advanced training opportunities.
START YOUR NEW CAREER WITH THESE FOUNDATIONAL SKILLS:
+ OSHA 10 Credentials / Workplace Safety
+ Hand & Power Tools
+ Measurements & Diagrams
+ Wall Framing Installation & Maintenance
+ Electrical Concepts, Circuitry & Calculations
+ Applications in Solar Photovoltaic (PV) & EV Charger Systems
+ Career & Life Skills
ELIGIBILITY
+ At least 18 yrs of age
+ Authorized to work in the U.S.
+ Have a high school diploma or GED/HiSET
+ Willing to seek employment in clean energy or related building trades fields
+ Able to start PT/FT work following training
+ Able to complete online OSHA 10 Construction Safety Training outside of class with course license and laptop access provided
+ Participate in 1:1 Career Counseling during and after the program for up to 1 yr
+ Participate in intake exams and interviews
+ Pass a sex offender background check (SORI)
ONE PROGRAM. THREE PATHWAYS.
Upon program completion, choose from three pathways:
1) Apply to our FREE Spring 2027 Solar PV Installer / Electrical Pre-Apprenticeship program and/or connect to other advanced training opportunities.
2) Apply to enter an entry-level position in the building trade or clean energy fields: carpentry, construction, electricity, maintenance, flooring, roofing, siding, general labor, solar PV construction labor, energy efficiency, etc.
2) Apply to a competitive, paid apprenticeship program with a trade union or non-union company to become a licensed electrician, carpenter, or laborer.
Orientation is limited to 20 people. Of those 20, 15 students will be selected for the 10-week training program. Applications are reviewed in order of submission. Please fill out our Application Form below and we will be in touch when enrollment opens!
Past Cohorts
SPRING 2025 (No Longer Enrolling; Cohort Filled)
- Enrollment: Full
- This program is 100% in person
- Program Dates: March 31 - May 23, 2005 (Please note: no training will be held the week of April 21st-25th)
- Days & Times: Mondays - Fridays, 5:30 - 8:00 p.m.
- Duration: 7 weeks hands-on training (approximately 80 hrs total)
SUMMER 2025 (No Longer Enrolling; Cohort Filled)
- Enrollment: Full
- This program is 100% in person
- Program Dates: July 21 - Aug 15, 2025
- Days & Times: Mondays - Fridays, 8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
- Duration: 4 weeks hands-on training (approximately 80 hrs total)
Fall 2025 (No Longer Enrolling; Cohort Filled)
- Enrollment: Full
- This program is 100% in person
- Program Dates: September 8 - October 31, 2025 (Please note: no training will be held the week of October 13 - 17th)
- Days & Times: Mondays - Fridays, 5:30 - 8:00 p.m.
- Duration: 7 weeks hands-on training (approximately 80 hrs total)
