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Why HCCTP

Highway Construction Careers Training Program

Prepare for a rewarding career that provides excellent pay and builds for the future! Apprenticeship opportunities await our graduates in a wide variety of building trades.

Earn while you learn in this 13-week class, which covers math, blueprint reading, safety, stick welding, tool skills, equipment operation, and hands-on construction projects.

The Illinois Department of Transportation created this program to prepare people to work in construction and to increase the number of minorities, women and disadvantaged persons working on IDOT projects.

There is no cost to the program. Participants receive a stipend of $15 per hour. Up to 15 students may be selected for each class. They learn essential skills, with the goal of applying for and obtaining an apprenticeship in the building trades.

Locations
Business Training Center
Formats
On-campus
Number of Credits
N/A
Next Start Date
Fall and Spring

Careers In Construction

  • Carpenters
  • Laborers
  • Cement masons
  • Electricians
  • Equipment operators
  • Pipefitters and plumbers
  • Other building trades

Orientation

Orientation sessions are free.

You may also call 309-796-5729.

HCCTP Admissions

Applying for HCCTP requires several steps, beginning with an orientation session:

  1. To register for an orientation session, call 309-796-5729 or register online. All orientation sessions are in the Business Training Center at the Quad-Cities Campus.
  2. Math and Reading Skills Test – Taken after orientation for those wanting to proceed.
  3. Potential candidates are invited for an interview, then selections are made.
  4. Drug testing.

Admission Requirements

  • Seeking work in the construction trades
  • 18 years or older
  • High school diploma or GED®
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Drug-free (tested)

Student Spotlight

“The whole experience was a life changer, and I wish I would’ve done it years ago!”

Sabrina Duncan

Business Training Center

Address

6600 34th Ave.
Building 1, Balcony
Moline, IL 61265

Phone

309-796-5718

Through the Business Training Center, we offer many learning opportunities and specialized training for both businesses and individuals.

Directions to CampusBusiness Training Center Information

Contact

Highway Construction Careers Training Program (HCCTP)

Paul Fessler

Program Manager, HCCTP
309-796-5729
fesslerp@rdchxx.com

Julie Gelaude

Director
309-796-5715
gelaudej@rdchxx.com