Conversations with a Councilmember: Ironworkers and CARP

Philadelphia Councilmember Katherine Gilmore Richardson is promoting the Philadelphia region’s different apprenticeship programs. On October 7, she’ll be holding a discussion with representatives from the International Association of Bridge, Structural,

Conversations with a Councilmember: Construction Pre-Apprentice Programs

Philadelphia Councilmember Katherine Gilmore Richardson is promoting the Philadelphia region’s different apprenticeship programs. On September 16, she’ll be holding a discussion with representatives from the Samuel Staten, Sr. Pre-Apprenticeship Program

Webinar: General Contractor’s Guide to Mass Timber Project Estimation

Learn about how general contractors can meet the growing demand for mass timber buildings. General Contractor’s Guide to Mass Timber Project Estimation Date: Friday, August 12 Time: 2:00pm – 4:00pm

Carpenters JAC 4th Year Apprentice Skills Contest

On May 7, 2021, the Carpenters Joint Apprentice Training Center of Philadelphia & Vicinity held its 4th Year Apprentice Skills Contest. The top apprentices competed in 5 carpentry categories, with

6abc Facebook Live at the Carpenters JAC 4th Year Apprentice Skills Contest

On May 7, 6abc’s Gina Gannon hosted a Facebook Live video at the Carpenters JAC 4th Year Apprentice Skills Contest. Gina interviewed several individuals involved in the event as well

GBCA Video Vignette Filming: Workforce Development

On June 26 and August 19, GBCA filmed interviews and footage of workforce development programs in action for an upcoming video vignette. The video will highlight GBCA’s efforts to prepare

Apply Your Carpenters’ Apprenticeship Training to a Degree Program

GBCA is helping construction workers access higher education. An education in Construction Management is more than sitting in a classroom: GBCA is working to reach agreements with colleges and universities

2019 Carpenters JAC Academic Award Winners

Congratulations to the 2019 Carpenters Joint Apprenticeship Committee Graduates who won awards for being at the top of their class! These awards are being presented based upon academic achievement during

Carpenters JAC Graduation Ceremony

On Thursday, May 23, the Carpenters Joint Apprenticeship Committee held a graduation in honor of the Carpenters who completed their apprenticeships. The ceremony’s Toastmasters included, Philip Radomski, Vice President of

2019 Carpenters JAC Annual Skills Contest and Open House

On Friday, May 3, 2019, the Carpenters Joint Apprenticeship Committee held its Annual Skills Contest and Open House at the Carpenters Apprentice School of Philadelphia & Vicinity. Congratulations to the