MDC Builds

Program Overview

Miami Dade College and the Lennar Foundation have launched MDC Builds, a program that prepares students for entry-level construction jobs. Employment for construction laborers and helpers is expected to grow 12% between 2016-2026 (faster than average) according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

This is a 10-week program that is offered at no cost to the student. The program includes classroom instruction and hands-on training. In addition to the free training, students are provided with transportation vouchers and meals.

Curriculum

• OSHA training and certification
• Job-site communication
• Carpentry
• Electrical systems
• Construction math
• Other essential skills needed in the ever-growing Florida construction industry

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must be 18+ years old and unemployed or underemployed.