Academic Catalog
Introduction to Construction Skills/
Construction Hands-On Training
This program prepares individuals for entry-level positions on project sites by providing the basics in safety, hand and power tools, construction math, materials handling, construction drawings, rigging and employability skills. The program provides an industry-recognized credential (NCCER Core Construction) that is portable, used and recognized across the nation as a baseline credential in the field of construction.
In addition to 52 hours of classroom instruction, participants will also complete 320 hours of hands-on construction training, including residential rehabilitation of a house that will be used for low-income housing.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Completion of TABE exam upon program entry; completion of HHC program orientation; meet eligibility requirements of the program (where applicable)
COURSE LENGTH
12 months
HOURS OF INSTRUCTION
52 hours (classroom); 320 hours hands-on
CREDENTIALS EARNED
NCCER Core Construction, OSHA-10, CPR/First Aid/AED
COURSE OBJECTIVES
Complete and attain OSHA-10 Hour prerequisite credential
Complete and attain Adult CPR/First Aid/AED prerequisite certification
Complete all eight modules of NCCER Core Construction curriculum
Attain NCCER Core Construction certification
Complete 320 hours of hands-on training, including rehabilitation of at least one residential home to be sold or rented to a low-income household
Food service management training program
and hands-on training
This program prepares individuals for management-level positions within the food industry, inclusive of both classroom-based instruction and hands-on training. The on-site food safety/management training course is offered concurrently with work-based learning including paid work experience. Occupational skills training and hands-on training are conducted on-site with the help of local food vendors within a working restaurant environment maintained to serve, prepare, and/or distribute meals to low-income youth and families. Participants may complete paid work experience on-site with Hazel's Kitchen or through local food pantries, caterers, and restaurants who are collaborating with HHC.
After completion of on-site course, participants take proctored testing on-site to obtain Food Protection Manager Certification through the University of Illinois Extension Office.
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Completion of TABE exam upon program entry; completion of HHC program orientation; meet eligibility requirements of the program (where applicable)
COURSE LENGTH
6 months
HOURS OF INSTRUCTION
42 hours (classroom); 80 hours hands-on; 180 hours or more paid work experience
CREDENTIALS EARNED
Food Protection Manager (five-year certificate), CPR/First Aid/AED
COURSE OBJECTIVES
Complete and attain Adult CPR/First Aid/AED prerequisite certification
Complete 10 module Food Protection Management Training
Complete 80 hours of hands-on training, develop coordination, muscle memory, and other skills sets (i.e., proper knife skills, customer service experience) that allow participants to acquire positions beyond entry-level within the industry (e.g., management versus server, sous chef or shift cook versus line cook, etc.).
Optional: Complete 180 hours or more paid work experience, on-site or through collaborating employer partners
Complete on-site testing with University of Illinois Extension office; attain Food Protection Manager certification
Start/End Dates
New cohorts of participants begin every three months. Generally, four cohorts are enrolled each year for the six- or twelve-month programs as noted above, although this number may vary with the funding cycle and period of performance with the grant. Your enrollment agreement will specify your program start date and projected end date.
Tuition, Fees, and Refunds
The costs of your program completion are covered by one or more federal, state, or local grants and/or other funding sources. You are completing this program at no cost to you. Likewise, should you, as the participant, withdraw for any reason, or should your enrollment be terminated, no refund will be due or be owed, and you are not obligated to repay any grant funds in any situation as a participant.
Other Conditions
Homework Hangout Club, Inc. is accredited by the U.S. Department of Labor (Registered Apprenticeship Programs) and the National Center for Construction Research and Education.
Homework Hangout Club, Inc. does not guarantee the transferability of credits to another school, college, or university. Credits or coursework are not likely to transfer; any decision on the comparability, appropriateness and applicability of credit and whether credit should be accepted is the decision of the receiving institution. Please consult with your academic institution regarding transferability and acceptance of certifications.
Homework Hangout Club, Inc. does not have articulation arrangements with educational institutions and other such counterparts.
Homework Hangout Club, Inc. is approved by the Division of Private Business and Vocational Schools of the Illinois Board of Higher Education.
Participant complaints must be submitted in writing to the Illinois Board of Higher Education per Section 85(i)(1) of the PRIVATE BUSINESS AND VOCATIONAL SCHOOLS Act (23 Illinois Administrative Code 1095, available at PBVS Admin Rules.) Information about the complaint may be submitted online through the IBHE website (www.ibhe.org). Additional information regarding the complaint process can be obtained by contacting the Board at:
Illinois Board of Higher Education
Division of Private Business and Vocational Schools
1 N Old State Capitol Plaza, Suite 333
Springfield, IL 62701
Phone: 217-782-2551
Fax: 217-782-8548
