LCCTC offices will be open over the summer from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM.

Offices will be closed on Fridays over the summer, from June 1 until August 14.

The first day of the 2026-2027 school year for high school students is August 20.

Introduction to Construction Careers

Introduction to Construction Careers

Experience the basic construction trades in this half-day program designed to give you a taste of our full-day construction programs. Operate professional hand and power tools while performing basic carpentry, masonry, plumbing, electrical skills, and more.

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Program At a Glance:
Brownstown Orientation Materials
Mount Joy Orientation Materials
Willow Street Orientation Materials

Core Skills

  • VA 100 Orientation and Safety
  • VA 200 Tool Safety
  • VA 300 Lumber and Wood
  • VA 400 Introduction to Carpentry – Floor
  • VA 500 Introduction to Carpentry – Wall
  • VA 600 Introduction to Carpentry – Roof
  • VA 700 Introduction to Carpentry – Exterior
  • VA 800 Introduction to Plumbing – Tools
  • VA 900 Introduction to Plumbing – Systems
  • VA 1000 Introduction to Plumbing – Residential
  • VA 1400 Introduction to Masonry – Concrete
  • VA 1500 Introduction to Painting – Tools
  • VA 1600 Introduction to Painting – Exterior
  • VA 1700 Introduction to Painting – Interior
  • VA 1800 Introduction to Electric – Tools
  • VA 1900 Introduction to Residential Electric – Wiring Basics
  • VA 2000 Introduction to HVAC
Task List
Skill Alignment Chart

Full-day Program Pathways

Architectural/CAD Learn More
Building & Property Maintenance Learn More
Cabinetmaking & Wood Technology Learn More
Carpentry Learn More
Electrical Construction Technology Learn More
Heavy Equipment Operations & Basic Maintenance Learn More
HVAC Learn More
Painting & Interior Finishes Learn More
Plumbing Learn More

Apply for Higher
Education

High school applications are closed until November 1, 2026. Application accounts can be created or accessed via this location starting October 19, 2026.