The BOOST program at Western States College of Construction is a new 72-hour pre-apprenticeship program designed to give you a head start in the skilled trades. Whether you are looking to pivot careers or are just starting out, BOOST provides the foundational knowledge, a safety certification, and hands-on experience that apprenticeship programs look for in their candidates. During the program you will develop applied skills in Plumbing, HVAC, Sheet Metal, and Pipefitting.
NOTE ON PLACEMENT AFTER COURSE: The BOOST program is a preparatory course designed to provide foundational skills and the industry standard OSHA 10 Certification. However, admission into a Registered Apprenticeship program is a separate, competitive process managed by individual Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committees (JATCs). BOOST does not guarantee employment or apprenticeship placement upon graduation.
What you’ll learn:
Tools & Materials
Construction Math
Blueprint Reading & Drawing
Safety Excellence – OSHA 10
Hands on Technical Training
Professionalism
Interview Skills
why choose BOOST?
Comprehensive Foundations
Verified Safety & Training
Mentorship & Networking
INAUGURAL COURSE SCHEDULE
ORIENTATION: May 5, 2026 PROGRAM DATES: May - July 2026
18 Years or Older at Time of Registration Valid Driver's License High School Transcript/GED*
*Applicants who are 18 but still enrolled in high school may provide a letter from their school counselor. This letter must include the student's expected graduation date to verify they are on track to complete their diploma.
THE SUMMER 2026 APPLICATION DEADLINE WAS APRIL 21, 2026.
