HOH Skilled Trades Academy offers hands-on training that prepares transitioning service members, veterans, military spouses, and working-age dependent military children for high-demand careers in the skilled trades.

Program Overview

Hands-On Training for High-Demand Careers

Through hands-on training and multiple career pathways, participants gain practical skills, professional development, and networking opportunities—all at no cost.

SkillBridge Approved

The Skilled Trades Academy is an approved Department of War SkillBridge opportunity, allowing eligible transitioning service members to participate during their final 180 days of service with command approval.

Choose Your Industry Path

Construction

Focus

Gain skills in residential electrical, wiring fundamentals, plumbing fundamentals, construction estimation, and blueprint reading.

Certifications

OSHA 30, Department of Transportation Flagger, American Heart Association Heartsaver, Forklift Driver, Work Zone Safety.

Locations & Dates

Camp Lejeune (Jacksonville, NC)

September 28 - November 6, 2026

NCR (Fort Belvoir, VA)

October 12 - November 20, 2026

Maryland

October 5 - November 13, 2026

Manufacturing (now accepting applications)

Focus

Gain experience with industry-grade equipment, integrated systems, and real-world production scenarios.

Certifications

Intelligent Machine Operator and Siemens Mechatronics Systems Certification (SMSCP), Level I

Locations & Dates

Lakewood, WA

Cohort 1: Oct 5 – Nov 18, 2026
Cohort 2: Jan 11 – Feb 19, 2027
Cohort 3: Mar 29 – May 7, 2027

Automotive Technician

Focus

The Automotive Technician pathway prepares military-connected individuals for entry-level careers in the automotive industry. Participants gain hands-on experience using professional tools, equipment, service information systems, and industry-standard repair procedures while developing the technical and workplace skills employers value.

Certifications

OSHA 10, Alignments (TCAT), Starting and Charging System Diagnosis (TCAT),

Brakes (TCAT), Introduction to Scan Tool Diagnostics (TCAT), Basic Automotive Electrical (TCAT), General Maintenance (TCAT), Automotive Systems (TCAT)

Locations & Dates

Clarksville, TN

October 12 – November 20, 2026
January 11 – February 22, 2027
March 8 – April 15, 2027

Skilled Trades Academy Benefits

Gain Experience and Training

Hands-on training in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, masonry, etc
Resume building and interview preparation
Networking with local employers
Industry-recognized certifications
No cost to participants
No degree required

Eligibility Requirements

Transitioning Service Members

Service member candidates have program timelines aligning with a specific cohort and must meet these requirements:

Be on active duty or transition leave
Be within 180 days of transition from military service at the start of the 6-week program
Obtain command support to participate in the DoW SkillBridge program
Be able to complete the training in person and have reliable transportation

Veterans, Military Spouses & Working-Age Dependent Military Children

May apply for any cohort and must meet these requirements:

Have a GED or high school diploma
Have 1+ year of work experience
Be currently unemployed, underemployed, or expecting an upcoming relocation which will cause an employment gap
Complete the training in person and have reliable transportation
All applicants are highly encouraged to attend an HOH Amplify career development intensive prior to applying

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