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www.negociosnow.com 12 Octubre 2020 NegociosNow NegociosNow Foto cortesía HACIA University ("HACIA U") is designed to prepare individuals for entrance into apprenticeship programs in the construction trades as well as for other employment opportunities in the construction industry. C hicago (Hispanic News Agency) –Hilco Redeve- lopment Partners (HRP), the real estate development unit of Hilco Global that reme- diates and redevelops complex and obsolete industrial proper- ties, announced the sponsors- hip of HACIA U's Pre-Appren- ticeship Program for those who live in Chicago's Little Village neighborhood. The program is being facili- tated by HACIA's construction training arm, HACIA University ("HACIA U"), cooperatively in a partnership with St. Augustine College, and is designed to pre- pare individuals for entrance into apprenticeship programs in the construction trades as well as other employment opportunities in the construc- tion industry. Applications for one of the 24 available spots in the program can be found by clicking this link and are due by October 14, 2020. Preference is given to applicants living in zip codes 60623, 60632, and 60608, and applicants must be at least 18 years old, have a valid driver's license, pass a drug screening, Hilco Redevelopment Partners Announces Sponsorship of HACIA U's Pre-Apprenticeship Program for Little Village Residents The sponsorship will provide up to 24 Little Village and Chicago Residents the opportunity to attend the full pre-apprenticeship program tuition free to prepare for a valuable career in the trades. and have a GED or high school diploma. Roberto Perez, CEO of Hil- co Redevelopment Partners explained, "We are thrilled to sponsor this program through HACIA to those living in the Little Village community, so they have an opportunity to gain skills needed to have a successful career in the trades. This pre-apprenticeship pro- gram continues to reinforce our commitment and dedication to improving the lives of those living in Little Village." The program runs from October 19, 2020 – February 15, 2021 and meets from 9am – 1pm every Monday, Wednes- day, and Thursday during this timeframe. Classes will be held locally in Little Village at St. Augustine College's South faci- lity (2610 W. 25th Place) and virtually through Zoom. After successfully completing the program, students will receive an OSHA-10 hour basic safe- ty certification, First Aid/CPR training, a National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Core Curri- culum Certification, valuable skills, and the ability to build relationships with industry professionals and connect with prospective employers to launch a successful career in the trades. "HACIA U's Pre-Apprentices- hip Laborers Program for Little Village Residents, in partners- hip with Hilco Redevelopment Partners, is designed to gua- rantee that diverse applicants are prepared for entrance into apprenticeship programs in the construction trades and suc- ceed in related future emplo- yment opportunities," said Jorge Perez, Executive Director of HACIA. "Through HACIA U, "H ACIA U's Pre-Apprenticeship Laborers Program for Little Village Residents, in partnership with Hilco Redevelopment Partners, is designed to guarantee that diverse applicants are prepared for entrance into apprenticeship programs in the construction trades and succeed in related future employment opportunities" Jorge Perez Executive Director of HACIA. we strive to reach more people and create a real sustainable change in our industry whi- le working with partners who understand the importance of diversity and inclusion in cons- truction trades." In 2019, HACIA launched HACIA University (HACIA U), which provides training for construction industry profes- sionals to broaden their skills, earn certifications, build their networks and increase their career opportunities. Construc- tion professionals can browse through a catalog of available courses or training programs that fit their needs. (HINA).

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