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Pohnpei Scholarship
This scholarship is sponsored and funded by the members of the Pohnpei Department of Education, using U.S. federal training funds.
SCHOLARSHIP BENEFIT:
· Total scholarship funds limited to $20,000, paid to GCA Trades Academy, for tuition, fees, and books.
ELIGIBILITY:
Scholarship applicants must be Pohnpeians, residing on Guam, who are under 24 years of age, and interested in enrolling in the GCA Trades Academy for craft training. Applicants must possess an interest in working in the construction industry & a willingness to learn. Applicants must present a birth certificate with their application to the Trades Academy, copies of which will be transmitted to Pohnpei DOE for scholarship consideration.
nformation available at:
GCA Trades Academy
718 N. Marine Corps Drive, Ste. 203
East West Business Center, Upper Tumon
APPLICATIONS ARE BEING ACCEPTED NOW!
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Calendar of Events
1/1/2010
- HOLIDAY: Office closed, no classes
12/28/2009
- ELECTRICAL 3: Distribution Equipment
12/28/2009
- Monday, December 28st
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Upcoming Training Schedule
Field Safety
This 47˝-hour 19-module course includes instruction on introduction to safety, hazard communication, personal protective equipment, work-zone safety, electrical safety and high-voltage hazards, fire protection and prevention, hand- and power-tool safety, welding safety, fall protection, steel erection, walking and work surfaces, ladders and scaffolding, horizontal directional drilling hazards, heavy-equipment, crane, and rigging safety, trenching safety, forklift safety, lockout/tagout, confined spaces, & concrete and masonry. The curriculum is recognized by the Council on Certification of Health, Environmental, and Safety Technologists (CCHEST) as exam preparation for their Safety Technologist (STS) and Occupational Health and Safety Technologist (OHST) certifications.
Where & When
GCA Trades Academy Barrigada Training Facility
Saturdays
8:00 pm - 4:30 pm
March 20, 2010 - April 24, 2010
Tuition:
$570.00 + textbook (less 10% for GCA members)
Motor Controls
This 12˝-hour Level 3 course provides information on selecting, sizing, & installing motor controllers. The course also covers control circuit pilot devices & basic relay logic.
Where & When
GCA Trades Academy Barrigada Training Facility
Monday & Wednesdays
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
March 25, 2010 - April 12, 2010
Tuition:
$150.00 + textbook (less 10% for GCA members)
Core Curriculum Basic Safety
This 15-hour course explains the safety obligations of workers, supervisors & managers to ensure a safe workplace. Discusses the causes & results of accidents & the dangers of rationalizing risk. Reviews the role of company policies & OSHA regulations in maintaining a safe workplace. Introduces common job-site hazards & protections such as lockout/tagout, personal protective equipment & HazCom.
Where & When
Guam Contractors Association conference room
Monday & Wednesdays
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
March 31, 2010 - April 19, 2010
Tuition:
$180.00 + textbook (less 10% for GCA members)
Tuition:
$270.00 + textbook (less 10% for GCA members)
Electrical
Conduit Bending
This 15-hour Level 2 course covers all types of bends in all sizes of conduit up to 6 inches & focuses on mechanical, hydraulic, & electrical benders.
Where & When
GCA Trades Academy Barrigada Training Facility
Tuesday & Thursdays
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
March 16, 2010 - April 6, 2010
Tuition:
$180.00 + textbook (less 10% for GCA members)
Electrical:Hazardous Locations
This 15-hour Level 3 course covers the NEC® requirements for equipment installed in various hazardous locations.
Where & When
GCA Trades Academy Barrigada Training Facility
Tuesday & Thursdays
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm
March 23, 2010 - April 13, 2010
Tuition:
$180.00 + textbook (less 10% for GCA members)
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