MPACT (Medford Pre-Apprenticeship for Construction Trades)
Medford Pre-Apprenticeship in the Construction Trades (MPACT) is a BOLI-approved pre-apprenticeship program that prepares youth for careers in the construction and manufacturing trades. Juniors and seniors who have completed at least one year in a construction or manufacturing CTE course and passed algebra 1 are eligible to participate. Youth who complete the program:
· Experience a minimum of 3 industry tours to established construction or manufacturing sites, including apprenticeship training sites, job sites, education programs, job fairs, and more,
· Complete OSHA-10 certification,
· Complete National Career Readiness Certification (NCRC – also known as WorkKeys),
· Talk with industry professionals,
· Complete a trades-based resume,
· Engage in at least 6 hours of work experience related to their career goals,
· Collect at least one letter of recommendation, and
· Receive support for apprenticeship applications.
Upon completion, students receive a pre-apprenticeship certificate from BOLI which improves their employability and may provide them with additional points toward a formal apprenticeship.
Interested students should contact their Future Center Coordinator or Dr. Larina Warnock at larina.warnock@medford.k12.or.us / 541.842.3872.