Occupational Endorsement Certificate in Construction
Free tuition and housing for Alaska high-schoolers! Scholarships and financial aid available for all other qualifying students!
Quickly learn and develop skills for employability in the construction industry. This program can be completed in 1 semester at PWSC in Valdez, Alaska!
The Occupational Endorsement Certificate (OEC) in Construction curriculum prepares students for a career in construction by teaching them practical skills in residential or small facility maintenance and repair in 1 semester through hands-on training. Students will learn basic carpentry, weatherization, plumbing, and electrical skills. Completing the coursework can help students obtain a State of Alaska General Contractor - Handyman license.
Earn Industry Certifications
• NCCER Core: Introductory Craft Skills
Why Study at PWSC?
Epic Location
PWSC students live and study in a beautiful location. PWSC is surrounded by mountains, ocean, rivers, and glaciers which provide you with a place for reflection and outdoor adventures!
Grants and scholarships
Alaska high-schoolers qualify for a grant that will cover all tuition and housing expenses for the Spring 2023 and Fall 2023 Semesters! Adult learners and non-high school students may be eligible for scholarships, grants, and other financial aid!
Student Housing
The PWSC Valdez Campus offers students fully furnished, apartment-style student housing. Both full-time and part-time students can live in our on-campus housing. Each residence has a laundry facility and lounge on site.
“People who live in small villages are used to small communities, and this is just a little step up from that… it’s not too overwhelming with people and cars everywhere.”
- Taylor Myers, former student from King Salmon, Alaska
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