General Construction
Pre-Apprenticeship
Training Program
ABOUT OUR PROGRAM
Build Your Future in Construction!
Get ready to build your future, literally! Join our General Construction Pre-Apprenticeship Program, a tuition-free opportunity for Illinois residents with a focus on women, people of color, and veterans who are ready to step into the construction trades.
You’ll get hands-on training, earn industry-recognized certifications, and receive the support you need to transition into a U.S. Registered Apprenticeship and start a long-term career in construction. Your path to a stable and rewarding future starts here! APPLY TODAY!
Eligibility Requirements
- Be 18 yrs + or older
- Live in Illinois
- Have a high school diploma or GED
- Be interested in a career in construction & building trades
- Valid form of Identification: Driver’s License, State ID, Passport, or Chicago City Key
Our Campuses
Joliet/
Romeoville
1 University Pkwy,
Romeoville, IL 60446
Sessions:
Cohort 1 : February 2026 – May 2026
Cohort 2 : April 2026 – July 2026
Aurora
841 N. Lake St.,
Aurora, IL 60506
Sessions:
Cohort 1: March 2026 – June 2026
Cohort 2: May 2026 – August 2026
Chicago
(Uptown)
1345 W. Argyle St.,
Chicago, IL 60640
Sessions:
Cohort 1: February 2026 – May 2026
Cohort 2: April 2026 – July 2026
Grayslake/
Waukegan
1200 University Center Dr,
Grayslake, IL 60030
Sessions:
Cohort 1: March 2026 – June 2026
Cohort 2: May 2026 – August 2026
**All session schedules are subject to change**
Meet Your Project Managers
Berenice Juarez
Project Manager Servicing Location: Chicago (Uptown) Campus
Click the Icons to Call or E-mail Me!
Hazel R. Roman
Senior Project Manager Servicing Location: Aurora Campus
Click icons to Call or E-mail Me!
Sara Mohuiddin
Senior Project Manager Servicing Locations: Joliet/Romeoville and Grayslake/Waukegan Campuses
Click icons to Call or E-mail Me!
Download Our Construction Program Flyer!
Our program flyer outlines everything you need to know. Download it and share it!
Frequently Asked Questions
You’ll earn OSHA 10, Flagger, First Aid/CPR, and NCCER Core—nationally recognized credentials that can help you qualify for jobs in the construction industry.
Classes are held Monday through Thursday from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
The program is 13 weeks long.
To apply, you’ll need to:
- Submit an application.
- Take a placement exam.
- Complete a virtual interview with our team.
After the interview, we will notify you about your acceptance into the program.
*Note: Submitting an application does not guarantee entry into the program. All applicants are interviewed, and admission is granted based on eligibility, availability, and program requirements.
If you don’t have a copy of your diploma, you can submit your official high school transcripts instead. Contact the high school you graduated from—they should be able to guide you through the process of obtaining your transcripts.
If your diploma is from outside the U.S., it must be evaluated by a state-approved accreditation organization. Please reach out to us, and we can provide guidance on where to get it evaluated.
Nothing! This program is completely state-funded and there is absolutely NO COST to you!
St. Augustine College is committed to protecting your privacy. This privacy statement applies to the official pages of St. Augustine College’s (SAC’s) website.
We will never give, sell, rent or share your personal information with any person or company in any way not listed here, unless compelled by law.
By using our website you accept and agree to these terms.
For more information, visit:
https://www.staugustine.edu/privacy-policy/
Lewis University maintains on-site security personnel and camera monitoring at our South Campus to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for all participants in our training programs. Our campuses are designated Sanctified Zones—safe, respectful learning spaces committed to the well-being of every individual we serve. As private property, access to our facilities is limited strictly to authorized individuals. No outside agency or law-enforcement entity, including federal immigration authorities, may enter our buildings without proper legal authorization. Our priority is to protect the privacy, dignity, and safety of all participants.
This program is sponsored by




