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