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Provider Portal > Construction Education Foundation of Georgia (CEFGA)

Construction Education Foundation of Georgia (CEFGA)

November 16, 2018

Construction Education Foundation of Georgia (CEFGA)

MISSION

CEFGA partners with construction companies, trade associations, the Technical College System of Georgia, and the Georgia Department of Education to support training programs and encourage students to pursue careers in construction.

Go to www.ConstructionReady.us to sign up for Construction Ready Training program.

POPULATIONS SERVED

Adult Population

  • Dislocated Workers
  • Immigrants
  • Individuals seeking to secure a better job
  • Individuals with a criminal record (not previously incarcerated)
  • Individuals without a high school diploma or GED
  • Low-income individuals
  • Military veterans
  • Public housing residents
  • Refugees
  • Returning citizens (previously incarcerated)
  • Unemployed individuals
  • Welfare recipients required to enter the workforce

Youth Population

  • Basic skills deficient
  • Below grade level
  • Disabled, including learning disabilities
  • Needs assistance to gain employment
  • School dropout

Languages Supported

  • English

Geography

  • DeKalb County
  • Fulton County
  • Gwinnett County
  • Cobb County
  • City of Atlanta
  • Cherokee County
  • Clayton County
  • Douglas County
  • Fayette County
  • Henry County
  • Rockdale County

  • Serving 10 Metro Atlanta Counties

Eligibility Restrictions

Must be 18 Years of age.
Must be physically fit and able to lift 50 pounds.
Pass Drug Screening and Criminal Background Check (Background Friendly)

SERVICES PROVIDED

Job Search & Placement

  • Pre-placement assessment
  • Resume development
  • Job search coaching
  • Sponsoring job clubs or peer-to-peer networks
  • Placing participants in job shadowing opportunities
  • Placing participants in private sector jobs
  • Employment screening
  • Varied job search and placement services
  • Placing participants in apprenticeships
  • Referrals to training or training broker
  • Internships and co-ops

Supportive Services

  • Case management
  • Varied supportive services

Soft Skills Training

  • Collaborating with others
  • How to dress
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Planning / organizational skills
  • Communication (verbal and written)
  • Professional conduct
  • Varied soft skills training

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261 Joseph E. Lowery Boulevard, Atlanta, GA 30314

404-333-2487

info@cefga.org

http://www.cefga.org

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  • Nonprofit organization
  • Workforce development intermediary and provider
  • WIOA eligible training provider - www.worksourcegaportal.com
  • Started in 1993
  • 12 employees
  • Located within Atlanta BeltLine

Intake Options:

  • Email
  • Telephone

Construction Ready program is a four-week, NCCER nationally accredited, hands-on construction training and certification program. Construction Ready connects students to some of Atlanta’s top construction companies, which may lead to employment in the commercial construction industry.

Training is FREE to qualified applicants who reside in the metro counties: Cherokee County • Clayton County • Cobb County • DeKalb County • Douglas County • Fayette County • Fulton County • Henry County • Gwinnett County • Rockdale County.

Upon successful completion, Graduates may earn up to eight (8) Industry recognized credentials: OSHA 10 Hour card, NCCER Core Credential, First Aid/CPR/BB/AED Certification, Powder Actuated Tool Certification, Laser Tool, Certification, Forklift Safety Awareness Credential, A.T.S.S.A. Utility Flagger Certification, Competent Person Training in Fall Protection.


Construction Ready Recruitment Flyer

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