ITHACA, N.Y., March 10, 2025 – Ithaca Area Economic Development (IAED) is accepting registrations for Tompkins Build – Pathways to Apprenticeship program, starting March 31st at the UA Local 81 Plumbers & Pipefitters Training Center, 701 W State Street in Ithaca. Classes run Monday–Thursday from 3:00pm – 8:00pm- until June 12th. The deadline to register is Friday, March 21st .
Now accepting applications, Tompkins Build – Pathways to Apprenticeship, is an 11-week paid training program designed to prepare individuals for successful careers in the construction industry. This comprehensive program blends hands-on training, classroom learning, and direct engagement with local unions to give participants the skills, certifications, and confidence needed to pursue union apprenticeship career opportunities. Offered in partnership with the Tompkins Cortland Building Trades Council, the program is taught by active union members and takes place at a local union training center, providing participants with direct insight and mentorship from professionals working in the field.
Throughout the program, participants will receive extensive hands-on training and visit up to 10 different union training centers to learn more about potential career paths in the trades. The technical instruction is built around the nationally recognized Multi-Craft Core Curriculum (MC3) and includes industry certifications such as OSHA-10 and First Aid/CPR. In addition to technical skills, participants will receive support in critical areas like math for the trades, union entrance exam preparation, and interview readiness, ensuring they are fully equipped to navigate the competitive application process.
For more information about the Tompkins Build – Pathways to Apprenticeship program or to register for the information session, please visit https://ithacaareaed.org/build or contact Danielle Szabo at danielles@ithacaareaed.org or 607-273-0005.
