From Books . . . to Buildings . . . GMCA will get you there . . .
From Books . . . to Buildings . . . GMCA will get you there . . .
Our mission is to develop a highly skilled and safe workforce and to promote construction trades as a career choice.
Tradespeople are the backbone of our society, responsible for building and maintaining the infrastructure we rely on daily. From constructing buildings to repairing essential utilities, skilled tradespeople play a crucial role in keeping our communities functioning smoothly. Skilled trades can offer a large number of benefits which include a diverse range of career paths, job stability and security, travel opportunities, a high earning potential, hands-on work with tangible results, opportunity for career advancement, and so much more!
The Tool Library was created in order to provide tools, free of charge, to individuals in our community, allowing them to complete DIY projects that they may not otherwise have been able to complete.
There is no greater sense of independence than to be self-sufficient and having the skills to take care of your own home projects. The tools in the library are free to use after this basic small power tools lesson.
From small hand tools and power tools, to larger yard clean up equipment; there are many ways we can help.
Contact Julia Armbruster for more information.
Get a REAL picture of what a career in the construction industry look like and how training at the Greater Michigan Construction Academy can benefit you. Hear what those who have trained with us, employed in their trade, and live in our communities have to say…
My skilled trades training benefited me because I can do more things on my own house and for others. I am proud of learning how the codebook works and building PLCs projects. My biggest challenge at work is learning while making mistakes. The career advice I wish I had when I began is to get enough rest and learn as much as possible.
Skilled trades training benefited me because I started my career young. My greatest accomplishment is building a good reputation. My biggest challenge at work is dealing with difficult people. I am proud of working on the Tridge lights project. The career advice I wish I had when I began: Prepare for the worst (on the job).
Skilled trades training has benefited me because I know the names of all the parts and pieces I will need for a job. My proud accomplishment is helping others that don’t know about the jobs. The project I am most proud of working on is The Soo Locks. The career advice I wish I had when I began: Know all the ins and outs of the job you’re on.
Our facilitates opportunities for career growth in the construction industry through 11 continuing education programs targeting craft workers, foremen, supervisors, project managers, superintendents and company management.Providing such programs is important to the construction industry to achieve knowledgeable employees and a safe work environment.
GMCA is an accredited member of the NCCER. This accreditation means GMCA meets and exceeds all requirements of the nationally standardized program. As a result, each student is entered into a national teaching program that can be easily transferred among accredited sponsors and throughout the industry.
The Greater Michigan Construction Academy facilitates opportunities for career growth in the construction industry through 11 continuing education programs targeting craft workers, foremen, supervisors, project managers, superintendents and company management. Providing such programs is important to the construction industry to achieve knowledgeable employees and a safe work environment.
