Picture shows student in abatement simulation shot by Samantha Ogletree
blight noun. the process whereby a previously functioning part of the city falls into disrepair and decrepitude. See also urban decay.
the program
We provide customized vocational training in order to prepare Detroit residents find a new career path. Our goal is to help residents better themselves and their communities, by giving them the set of tools and knowledge needed to have productive and functional jobs. We strive to make this community better with growth. If you’re a business owner looking to train and certify your personnel or you want to have better job opportunities, we have the program that works for you and your needs.
Let’s bring out Detroit’s full potential. In order to improve our city, we need trained and certified professionals in urban blight removal. Our ultimate goal is to certify and license professionals in this industry.
Detroit Training Center offers students a way into the blight removal industry through this program. This is a dramatically growing industry, especially in Detroit, Flint, Saginaw, and Pontiac because many houses are in need of lead and asbestos abatement for renovation and demolition. The courses selected for this program prepare the worker for the rigors of the job. Most of all, we provide them with the licensing, credentials, and soft skills needed to succeed in this particular workplace. As a result, we are able to help with job placement for our graduates.
Detroit Training Center is Approved by Michigan State Approving Agency for the training of VA Students and other eligible beneficiaries. These benefits include the following: Chapter 30, Chapter 33 (Post 9/11 GI Bill®), Chapter 35, Chapter 1606, Chapter 1607, Chapter 31/Vocational Rehabilitation.
credentials
First Aid/CPR Certification
OSHA 30 Certification
Asbestos Abatement Contractor/Supervisor License
Lead Abatement Worker/Supervisor License
Bobcat/Skid Steer Operator Certification
Aerial Lift Operator Certification
Excavator Operator Certification
HAZWOPER 40 Certification
career opportunities
Asbestos Abatement Laborer/Supervisor
Lead Abatement Laborer/Supervisor
Demolition Laborer
Equipment/Machine Operator
Hazardous Materials Removal Worker
Asbestos Abatement Laborer/Supervisor
UPCOMING START DATES
9/12/2022- 10/27/2022
10/3/2022 - 11/17/2022
10/24/2022 - 11/9/2022
11/14/2022 - 12/30/2022
12/5/2022 - 1/27/2022
12/19/2022 - 2/17/2022
COST
$5000
*Equal Opportunity Program*
*Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities*