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Construction Academy August 2026
Wor-Wic is offering a 4-week Construction Academy to run Monday-Friday from 8:00am-12:00pm from Aug. 10-Sept. 4, 2026. The program will focus on the safe and proper use of tools, basic construction techniques, and specific trades’ exposure (flooring, drywall, trim carpentry, etc.). This training will offer students the background knowledge and experience to apply for employment in the construction trade. This program is only for people who plan to enter the construction/carpentry industry as careers immediately following graduation from the program.
Applications for Cohort #4 are being accepted now for late July 2026 interviews. Selected applicants will join the Aug-Sept. 2026 program. To apply, go to: https://easternshorejobs.com/job-training/. Quality Staffing Services (QSS) accepts applications, conducts initial vetting and background checks on Wor-Wic CEWD’s behalf. Candidates who are moving forward undergo a final interview with drug screening for finalists. For application questions, please contact QSS at 410-742-2600 (Darlene). For additional program-specific questions, please contact Rhonda Banks at rbanks@worwic.edu or 410-334-2867.
Construction Academy January 2027
The construction academy is fully funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce and the Maryland Department of Labor. There will be no cost to selected applicants.
The program runs for 13 weeks (260 hours). Students can earn OSHA 10, First Aid/CPR/AED, Rigging, Fall Safe and Confined Space certifications. Learn basic construction techniques while practicing and applying carpentry skills on various projects to hone your skills.
To be eligible, students must live and/or work in Maryland in the carpentry/construction industry upon completion of the program and provide employment, wage and other information to Wor-Wic and Quality Staffing Services as a part of the grant reporting.
To apply, visit Quality Staffing Services (QSS) and scroll down to the Training Programs section. For application questions, call QSS at 410-742-2600. For program specific questions, contact Dr. Rhonda W. Banks at rbanks@worwic.edu or 410-334-2867.
