Electrician Fundamentals Description: (Programs are offered at NO COST to clients)

• 160 hours over four (4) weeks. 80 hours Construction CORE & Leadership Fundamentals and 80 hours of Electrical Awareness and Install Training. 
• OSHA 10 and Basic Safety training 
• Students complete Sexual Harassment & Substance Abuse in the workplace
• Introduction to construction math, hand tools, power tool, blueprint reading, construction drawing, and back rigging. 
• Job Placement support by ABC NorCal for successful graduates    

Certifications Upon Successful Completion:

• OSHA 10
• NCCER Construction Core
• ABC NorCal Pre-Apprenticeship Certification
• CPR/First Aid certification
• Electrical Trainee card State of CA (required to be employed by a C10 contractor)

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be 18 years old or older
• Currently unemployed or underemployed
• Ability to read and write in English
• Have reliable transportation
• Eligible to work in the USA with proof of documentation
• Pass pre-assessment in basic computer literacy, math skills & measurements
• Have a High School Diploma or GED (preferred but not required)
• In good physical health; ability to stand for 6-8 hours and lift up to 50 lbs
• Availability to attend Mandatory Orientation prior to session start date
• Availability to attend Mandatory Career Readiness Workshops

Course Information:

• Days: Monday – Friday
• Length: 5 weeks
• Time 7:30 am – 4:00 pm
• Location: Goodwill of Silicon Valley – 1080 N. 7th St, SJ, CA 95112

2025 Course Dates:

Start: 2/10/25 – End: 3/14/25

Attend Information Session by 1/21/25; Apply by 1/22/25

Mandatory Pre-class Orientation and Career Readiness Training: 2/5/25 to 2/7/25

Start: 3/24/25 – End: 4/18/25

Attend Information Session by 2/18/25; Apply by 2/19/25

Mandatory Pre-class Orientation and Career Readiness Training: 3/19/25 to 3/21/25

Start: 5/5/25 – End: 6/6/25

Attend Information Session by 4/21/25

Mandatory Pre-class Orientation and Career Readiness Training: 4/30/25 to 5/2/25

Start: 8/11/25 – End: 9/5/25

Attend Information Session by 7/8/25; Apply by 7/9/25

Mandatory Pre-class Orientation and Career Readiness Training: 8/6/25 to 8/8/25

This program is facing high demand and has limited capacity. 

Class A License Truck Driving Course Description:

Start your career in the trucking industry! Goodwill of Silicon Valley will pay the cost of tuition for Coast to Coast Trucking School for eligible individuals. You must obtain your Class A Permit and all preferred endorsements before you can complete your application for this training program.  

Goodwill will provide career readiness support prior to your enrollment with Coast to Coast Trucking School. While enrolled at Coast to Coast Trucking school you will learn how to perform inspections and drive behind the wheel in a manual double-clutch truck. By successfully completing this program you will earn your Class A License to pursue a Commercial Truck Driving career. 

You are responsible to 

• Earn your DMV Class A permit with endorsements 
• Review the DMV Requirements on How to Apply for a Commercial Learner’s Permit: here 
• Study for and pass Permit test: general knowledge of driving a commercial vehicle, air brakes, and combinations, as well as any endorsements of your choosing: hazmat, double and triple trailers, and tanker vehicles 
• Attend scheduled meetings with CTE Staff prior to enrollment in the Class A Program 
• Provide proof of earning Commercial Class A Permit prior to enrolling in training 
• Attend scheduled training sessions with Coast to Coast Trucking School 
• Provide updates on job search to gain assistance in finding employment 

Eligibility Requirements: 

• Must have a valid CA Driver’s License with 3-year driving history 
• Must have Class A Commercial Learner’s Permit with Endorsements 
• Must be 21 years or older 
• Must have a Clean Driving Record 
• Currently unemployed or underemployed 
• Current resident of Santa Clara County 
• Eligible to work in the USA with proof of documentation 
• Must have reliable transportation to get to training site 
• In good physical health; ability to stand for 6-8 hours and lift up to 50 lbs 

Training Information: 

Coast to Coast Truck Driving hours: Tuesday through Saturday,  8:00am – 2:00pm 

Location: 740 W San Carlos St San Jose, CA 95126 

Required training hours to earn license: 180 hours minimum (6 – 8 weeks) 

Session Information: 

Classes are ongoing. Earn your Class A Commercial Learner’s Permit to apply. 

This program is facing high demand and has limited capacity. 

Construction Fundamentals – Laborer’s Pre-Apprenticeship description: (Programs are offered at NO COST to clients)

This construction fundamentals program ensures participants gain the tools and basic knowledge to start a new career in the construction field:

• Students will earn certifications for: OSHA 10 safety training, First Aid/ CPR-AED,  Confined space awareness, Work zone safety & traffic control, Hazardous waste removal.
• Review safety requirements and learn hands on training in Construction fundamentals, Blueprint reading, and Skid steer loaders.
• Employment preparation training, such as resume development and mock interviews.
• After the 6 week course students will complete the math and agility test to meet the pre-apprenticeship requirements with Northern California Laborers’ Training Center (LIUNA).

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be 18 years old or older
• Currently unemployed or underemployed
• Ability to read and write in English
• Have reliable transportation
• Eligible to work in the USA with proof of documentation
• Pass pre-assessment in basic computer literacy, math skills & measurements
• HSD/GED preferred but not required
• Driver’s license is preferred but not required
• In good physical health; ability to stand for 6-8 hours and lift up to 50 lbs
• Availability to attend Mandatory Orientation the week prior to session start date

Career Opportunities:

• Construction Apprentice
• Equipment Operator
• Parts Runner or Driver

Course Information:

• Days: Monday – Friday
• Length: 6 weeks
• Time 7:00 am – 3:30 pm
• Location: Goodwill of Silicon Valley – 1080 N. 7th St, SJ, CA 95112

2025 Class Dates:

Start: 2/03/25 – End: 3/14/25

Attend Information Session by 1/21/25; Apply by 1/22/25

Mandatory Pre-class Orientation and Career Readiness Training: 1/29/25 to 1/31/25

Start: 4/21/25 – End: 5/30/25

Attend Information Session by 3/18/25; Apply by 3/19/25

Mandatory Pre-class Orientation and Career Readiness Training: 4/16/25 to 4/18/25

Start: 9/08/25 – End: 10/10/25

Attend Information Session by 8/5/25; Apply: 8/6/25

Mandatory Pre-class Orientation and Career Readiness Training: 9/3/25 to 9/5/25

HVAC Description: (Programs are offered at NO COST to clients)

• Learn the fundamentals for HVAC Safety
• Understanding the basic fundamentals of HVAC installation
• Practical application of brazing and soldering
• Introduction and Certification testing for  EPA Type I, Type II, Type III. Opportunity to earn Universal Certification
• Employment preparation, including resume writing and mock interviews

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be 18 years old or older
• Currently unemployed or underemployed
• Ability to read and write in English
• Have reliable transportation
• Eligible to work in the USA with proof of documentation
• Pass pre-assessment in basic computer literacy, math skills & measurements
• Have a High School Diploma or GED (preferred but not required)
• In good physical health; ability to stand for 6-8 hours and lift up to 50 lbs
• Availability to attend Mandatory Orientation the week prior to session start date

Career Opportunities:

• Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Installer Technician

Certifications Earned

• Universal EPA 608 Certification (which requires passing a four-section test: Core, Type I, Type II, and Type III)
• NATE Ready-to-Work Certification
• Clean Tech Heat Pump Water Heater Certification
• ESCO Soldering and Brazing Certification
• ESCO System Recovery & Evacuation Certification
• OSHA-10 certification

Course Information (subject to change):

Days: Monday – Friday

Length: 8 weeks
Time 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Location: Goodwill of Silicon Valley – 1080 N. 7th St. San Jose, CA 95112

2025 Session Information:

Start: 2/18/25 – End: 4/14/25

Attend Information Session by 1/21/25; Apply by 1/22/25

Mandatory Pre-class Orientation and Career Readiness Training: 2/12/25 to 2/14/25

Start: 8/4/25 – End: 10/3/25

Attend Information Session by 7/8/25; Apply by 7/9/25

Mandatory Pre-class Orientation and Career Readiness Training: 7/30/25 to 8/1/25

Start: 10/13/25 – End: 12/5/25

Attend Information Session by 9/16/25; Apply by 9/17/25

Mandatory Pre-class Orientation and Career Readiness Training: 10/8/25 to 10/10/2025