PATHWAYS TO SUCCESS PROGRAM

With a focus on apprenticeship, Oregon Tradeswomen, Inc.’s (OTI’s) Pathways to Success program offers the Trades and Apprenticeship Career Class (TACC); a free, 7-week, pre-apprenticeship training class that helps women prepare for a high skill, high wage career in construction.

Key benefits of attending TACC Class

Learn basic trades math and measurement
Receive an introduction to green building
Explore topics such as job site safety and construction culture
Learn to use hand and power tools
Gain 30 hours of hands-on experience working alongside skilled female instructors on real job sites
Go on field trips to apprenticeship training centers and active construction sites
Improve physical fitness with strength training taught by a certified fitness trainer

Upon graduation, OTI career counselors assist TACC graduates with their job search and application to apprenticeship training programs. OTI career counselors also provide individualized employment counseling throughout the entire course of the graduate’s trades career.

TACC Class enrollment requirements

The ability to get a drivers’ license (with enrollment priority given to students that have a valid license)
GED or HS Diploma
Basic English speaking skills
A stable living situation
Stable mental health
Physical fitness level sufficient to do physical labor all day
Ability to pass a drug test

Additional information about OTI’s free TACC Class

TACC student Nichet makes a key connection

When does TACC Class meet?

Class meets Tuesday through Friday for 7 weeks, from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

How much does TACC Class cost?

Thanks to OTI’s supporters, the TACC Class is offered to women free of charge.

How do I get started with TACC Class?

Call 503.335.8200 x21 or click on the REGISTER button (at right) to sign up for the next TACC Class information session. Attending an information session is the first step.