The Department of Apprenticeship and Training and The National Training Fund oversees, coordinates, and manages the education and training programs that provide our members with knowledge and skills ranging from the basic to the very advanced. This Department's mission necessitates interaction with the International, Local Unions, Local Joint Apprenticeship Committees and Trade Improvement Committees, and various other organizing bodies to ensure that our members receive the comprehensive and effective education and training that will enable them to carry out their work safely and efficiently while meeting the highest standards of quality.
The Apprenticeship and Training Department and National Training Fund also manages and/or administers the following:
This program is a construction industry initiative to provide career opportunities in Apprenticeship to men and women who are veterans of the Armed Forces. More...
The Ironworkers encourage interested apprentices, instructors and coordinators to continue their education and pursue… more
The Apprenticeship and Training Department is implementing a certification program for local union apprenticeship programs. The Ironworker Apprenticeship Certification Program (IACP) is designed to improve… more...
Our National Welding Certification Program continues to increase in size and productivity. We now have 48 accredited test facilities located throughout the United States with an additional 3 awaiting accreditation. More...
The National Ironworkers Training Program for American Indians opens the door to Native Americans to enter the Ironworkers trade. http://ironworkersindianprogram.com/
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The Annual Instructors Training Program is a yearly week-long program designed to provide Ironworker instructors with valuable skills and knowledge that is then passed along, via classes taught by these instructors, to members at the local level. For more information, visit our events section.
Regional Training Centers offer instructor-led training courses. For course schedules and more information, click here.
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Click here to read more about new iron worker training materials.
If you would like further information or details regarding any of these programs please contact:
Michael White Executive Director Tel:(202) 383-4889 Fax:(202) 347-5256
