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Workplace foundations · Lesson 1
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Construction Craft Laborer / Pre-Apprentice
Supports construction crews with site preparation, material handling, basic layout, tool use, housekeeping, and other supervised tasks while building the foundation needed for a registered apprenticeship.
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Industry-recognized credentials
Training sites · Detroit
Local employers · Detroit & Southeast Michigan
- DTE Energy
- Consumers Energy
- Walbridge
- Barton Malow
- Detroit Public Schools Community District
- Henry Ford Health
Related classes
- Construction Trades
- Carpentry
- Manufacturing/Industrial Technology
- Work-Based Learning
- Construction Safety
How this program works: Each lesson follows a mastery-learning path: watch a short video, work through the learning module, practice every learning component as a hands-on activity, apply it in a written response (with optional AI coach feedback), then take a quiz with hints and explanations. Your quiz score earns your level — Novice (under 50%), Emerging (50–74%), Proficient (75–99%) or Advanced (100%). You need at least Emerging to move on, and module levels average your lesson levels. Lessons unlock in order — finish Module 1 to start Module 2, and all lessons to unlock the credential capstone.
Module 1 · Workplace foundations
Workplace foundations · Lesson 2
Self Management & Advocacy
Workplace foundations · Lesson 3
Reliability
Workplace foundations · Lesson 4
Communication
Workplace foundations · Lesson 5
Creativity and Adaptability
Workplace foundations · Lesson 6
Critical Thinking
Workplace foundations · Lesson 7
Organization and Planning
Workplace foundations · Lesson 8
Cultural Competence
Module 2 · Technical skills
Complete all Module 1 lessons to unlock technical training.
Technical skill · Lesson 9
Jobsite Safety & PPE
Technical skill · Lesson 10
Tools, Materials & Measurement
Technical skill · Lesson 11
Construction Drawings & Layout
Technical skill · Lesson 12
Material Handling & Site Logistics
Technical skill · Lesson 13
Crew Communication & Work Quality
Module 3 · Credential capstone
Credential readiness plan
Complete every lesson to unlock your capstone.
Related technical instruction
| Course | Provider | What you'll learn | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| NCCER Core: Introduction to Basic Construction Skills | NCCER / accredited training provider | Build foundational safety, construction math, hand and power tool, material handling, drawings, and employability skills. Source: https://www.nccer.org/craft-catalog/core/ | Provider-defined; 6th Edition |
| OSHA 10-Hour Construction Outreach | OSHA-authorized trainer | Recognize common construction hazards and understand basic worker safety and health information. Source: https://www.osha.gov/training/outreach/construction | 10 hours |
| Construction Craft Laborer Level 1 | NCCER / accredited training provider | Develop introductory knowledge across construction trades including carpentry, masonry, ironworking, electrical, welding, and heavy equipment. Source: https://www.nccer.org/craft-catalog/construction-craft-laborer/ | Provider-defined modular sequence |